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S.A.M.P.L.E
S-Signs and Symptoms
A-Allergies
M-Medications
P-Pertinent patient history
L-Last Oral Intake (Last time patient ate or drank)
E-Events Leading up
D.C.A.P.B.T.L.S.I.C.
(Trauma Assessment)
D-Deformities
C-Contusions
A-Abrasions
P-Penetrations
B-Burns
T-Tenderness
L-Lacerations
S-Swelling
I-Instability
C-Crepitus
, A.V.P.U
A-Alert
V-Verbal Response
P-Painful Response
U-Unresponsive
O.P.Q.R.S.T
O-Onset
P-Provocation
Q-Quality
R-Region/Radiation
S-Severity
T-Time/Timing
J.V.D
Jugular Vein Distension (you will look for this in the neck) especially when the patient is
sitting up
Distention
A condition of being stretched, inflated or larger than normal (specifically the stomach)
Priapism
Persistent election of the penis that may result from spinal injury and some medical
problems
Paradoxical Motion
Movement of part of the chest in the opposite direction of the rest of the chest during
respirations (AKA Flailed Segment)