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What does the letter 'S' stand for in the SAMPLER acronym?
What does the letter 'S' stand for in the SAMPLER acronym?
- Signs symptoms (correct)
- Social history
- Surgery
- Safety
What does the letter 'A' signify in the SAMPLER acronym?
What does the letter 'A' signify in the SAMPLER acronym?
- Anxiety
- Age
- Allergies (correct)
- Assessment
In the SAMPLER acronym, what does 'M' represent?
In the SAMPLER acronym, what does 'M' represent?
- Monitoring
- Medications (correct)
- Medical history
- Maintaining safety
What does the letter 'P' stand for in SAMPLER?
What does the letter 'P' stand for in SAMPLER?
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In the SAMPLER acronym, what does 'L' stand for?
In the SAMPLER acronym, what does 'L' stand for?
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What does the letter 'E' represent in SAMPLER?
What does the letter 'E' represent in SAMPLER?
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In the SAMPLER acronym, what does 'R' denote?
In the SAMPLER acronym, what does 'R' denote?
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Study Notes
EMT Acronyms: SAMPLER
- S stands for Signs and Symptoms: Essential observations and patient-reported issues to assess the current medical condition.
- A stands for Allergies: Important to identify any known allergies to medications, foods, or environmental factors which may influence treatment.
- M stands for Medications: Information regarding any medications the patient is currently taking, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs.
- P stands for Past History: Includes relevant medical history, surgeries, or chronic conditions that may impact the current situation.
- L stands for Last Oral Intake: Refers to the last time the patient ate or drank, which can be critical information for treatment decisions.
- E stands for Events Leading to Illness: Important context providing insight into circumstances or triggers that may have caused the current medical issue.
- R stands for Risk Factors: Highlights any personal or environmental factors that may contribute to the patient's condition or complicate treatment.
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Test your knowledge of critical EMT acronyms with these SAMPLER flashcards. Each card highlights a fundamental aspect of patient assessment to help you better understand and apply the information in emergency situations.
