The perioperative nurse may not be able to assess the trauma patient until the patient arrives in the OR for surgical intervention.If the patient's condition permits,the perioperative nurse should obtain a brief,precise report from the ED nurse.One component of this report is the AMPLE history.What are the components of the AMPLE mnemonic?

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This history is referred to as the "AMPLE" history and includes the following:Allergies,Medications,Past medical history,Last meal (including Last menstrual period when appropriate),Events or Environment leading to the accident or injury.

The Perioperative Nurse May Not Be Able to Assess the Trauma