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RNCHAMPS (pronounced "R, N, champs") is a mnemonic acronym used to recall the types of shock. The mnemonic is alternately known as CRAMPS NH ("Cramps, New Hampshire") or NH-CRAMPS ("New Hampshire cramps").[1] Its utility in distinguishing types of shock has been discussed in medical literature and reference material concerning emergency medicine,[1] emergency medical services,[2] fire rescue,[3] and specialized courses such as the Comprehensive Advanced Life Support Program.[4]
- ^ a b Emergency: Volume 28, Issues 7-12. Bobit Publishing Company. 1996. p. 28.
- ^ Mistovich, Joseph J.; Karren, Keith J.; Hafen, Brent (July 18, 2013). Prehospital Emergency Care (10th ed.). Prentice Hall. ISBN 978-0133369137.
- ^ Roosevelt, Jason (July 3, 2008). "Mobility and Movement: Shock". Phoenix Fire Department. p. 197.
- ^ Comprehensive Advanced Life Support Provider Manual. Vol. 3rd (14th ed.). Comprehensive Advanced Life Support Program. January 2016. p. 693. Retrieved February 1, 2016.