Common Abbreviations Flashcards
1
Q
CPR
A
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
2
Q
AED
A
Automated external defibrillator
3
Q
BVM
A
Bag valve mask
4
Q
ALS
A
Advanced life support
5
Q
BLS
A
Basic life support
6
Q
EKG
A
Electrocardiogram
7
Q
PPE
A
Personal protective equipment
8
Q
ROSC
A
Return of spontaneous circulation
9
Q
SAMPLE
A
Signs and symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events leading up to the incident
10
Q
OPQRST
A
Onset, Provocation, Quality, Radiation, Severity, Time
11
Q
DCAP-BTLS
A
Deformities, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures, Burns, Tenderness, Lacerations, Swelling
12
Q
AVPU
A
Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive
13
Q
LOC
A
Level of consciousness
14
Q
ICS
A
Incident command system
15
Q
HIPAA
A
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
