Medical Acrynyms Flashcards

1
Q

SAMPLE

A

Signs/symtoms
Allergies
Medications
Past medical history
Last oral intake
Events prior

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2
Q

OPQRST

A

Pain evaluation

Onset
Provocation/palliation
Quality
Radiation/Region
Severity
Time

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3
Q

CLAP(P)S TICS

A

Head to toe assessment

Contusions
Lacerations
Abrasions
Punctures
(Paradoxical movement- for back/chest)
Swelling

Tenderness
Instability (Eg. Flail chest)
Crepitus (bone on bone grinding)
Subcutaneous emphysema (air under skin)

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4
Q

AVPU

A

Assess LOC

Alert
Verbal
Pain responce
Unresponsive

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5
Q

PEARL

A

Pupils equal and responsive to light

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6
Q

PAVE/ PACE

A

For ems call information
Patient
Age
Vitals
ETA

Patient
Age
Chief complaint
ETA

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