The Mnemonic AMPLE Is Used to Assess

question 22

Multiple Choice

The mnemonic AMPLE is used to assess

• A)level of responsiveness.
• B)respiratory status.
• C)secondary assessment of a trauma patient.
• D)level of coma.
• E)an abbreviated history in an emergency condition.

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Definitions:

Oval Window

A membrane-covered opening that leads from the middle ear to the cochlea of the inner ear, transferring vibrations to fluid within the cochlea.

Eustachian Tube

The Eustachian Tube is a narrow passage connecting the middle ear with the nasopharynx, helping to equalize air pressure on either side of the eardrum.

OM

An abbreviation commonly used for Otitis Media, an infection or inflammation of the middle ear.

BC

Before Christ, a time designation used to represent years before the start of the Gregorian calendar era.