Understanding SAMPLE History Components

This video tutorial provides an overview of the SAMPLE history method used in EMT practice. It explains each component: Signs and Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past Medical History, Last Oral Intake, and Events Leading to the Incident. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of gathering comprehensive information to better understand the patient's condition and improve communication with hospital staff.

What does the 'S' in SAMPLE history stand for?

• Surgery

• Sensation

• Severity

• Signs and Symptoms

When asking about signs and symptoms, what should you encourage the patient to do?

• Provide a list of their medications

• Describe their experience in their own words

• Call their doctor

• Show their medical records

What does the 'A' in SAMPLE history stand for?

• Appetite

• Allergies

• Anxiety

• Assessment

What should you do when a patient mentions their allergies?

• Call their family

• Ask them to take medication

• Write it down

• Ignore it

What does the 'M' in SAMPLE history stand for?

• Medications

• Mental state

• Medical history

• Mobility

What is a common mistake people make regarding the 'P' in SAMPLE history?

• Forgetting to check vital signs

• Ignoring the patient's symptoms

• Not asking about allergies

• Only getting pertinent medical history

Why is it important to get a complete medical history?

• It provides a better overall picture of the patient's condition

• It saves time

• It is required by law

• It helps in billing

What does the 'L' in SAMPLE history stand for?

• Location

• Last oral intake

• Level of consciousness

• Lung sounds

Why is it important to know the patient's last oral intake?

• It might play a role in their current condition

• It helps in diagnosing allergies

• It determines their mental state

• It is required for insurance

What does the 'E' in SAMPLE history stand for?

• Emergency contact

• Exercise routine

• Examination

• Events leading up to the incident