Mnemonics Flashcards
1
Q
DCAP-BTLS
A
Secondary assessment
deformities
Contusions
Abrasions
Penetrations
Burns
Tenderness
Lacerations
Swelling
2
Q
SAMPLE
A
Used for history taking
Signs and symptoms
Allergies
Medication’s
Past medical history
Last oral intake
Events leading to incident
3
Q
ABCDE
A
Patient assessment
Airway
Breathing
Circulation
Disability
Expose
4
Q
AVPU
A
Rapid triage
Alert
Response to verbal
Response to pain
Unresponsive
5
Q
AEIOU TIPS
A
Altered mental status
Alcohol / drugs
Epilepsy
Insulin
Overdose
Underdose
Trauma
Infection
Psychiatric
Stroke / shock
6
Q
OPQRST
A
Pain assessment
Onset
Provocation
Quality
Radiation
Severity
Time
