EMT Acronyms Micro Quiz

Study Notes

Acronyms Used in EMT

SAMPLE: Clinical tool for patient assessment including signs & symptoms, allergies, medications, past medical history, last oral intake/insulin, and events leading up to the current situation.
OPQRST: A mnemonic for a detailed pain assessment covering Onset, Palliative/Provocative factors, Quality of pain, Region/Radiation, Severity, and Time of occurrence.

Trauma Assessment Acronym

DCAP-BTLS: A systematic approach for trauma evaluation focusing on Deformities, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures, Burns, Tenderness, Lacerations, and Swelling.

Differential Diagnosis for Altered Mental Status

AEIOU-TIPS: A guide for assessing altered mental status, including Alcohol, Electrolytes/epilepsy, Insulin, Oxygen, Uremia (kidney issues), Trauma/temperature/toxidrome, Infection, Psychosis, and Stroke.

Stroke Recognition

FAST: A rapid assessment tool for stroke recognition involving Facial droop, Arm weakness or drift, Slurred speech, and Time of onset (last known normal).

Vital Signs and Assessment

CPR-GLOBES: A checklist for vital signs involving Circulation (heart rate), Pressure (blood pressure), Respiration rate, Glasgow Coma Scale, Lung sounds, Oxygen saturation, Blood glucose level, Eyes, and Skin assessment.

Medication Safety

Five Rights of Medication Administration: Ensures safe medication delivery focusing on Right patient, Right medication, Right dose, Right delivery route, and Right time.

Primary Assessment Acronyms

BSMNAS, GRC, ABOCL:
- BSMNAS: BSI (Body Substance Isolation), mechanism of injury, number of patients, assistance, spinal precautions.
- GRC: General impression, responsiveness, circulation.
- ABOCL: Airway, Breathing, Oxygen, Circulation, Life threats.

Description

Test your knowledge of essential EMT acronyms with this quick quiz. You'll learn the meanings of SAMPLE, OPQRST, and DCAP-BTLS, crucial for emergency medical situations. Perfect for EMT students and professionals looking to refresh their memory.