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AEIOU TIPS

AEIOU TIPS is a standardised mnemonic used to assess acute altered consciousness or altered mental state following previous history and physical examination.

AAlcohol / Drug Intoxication
EEpilepsy (seizure activity; post ictal)
IInsulin (diabetic or other metabolic problem)
OOverdose or low oxygen (hypoxia)
UUnderdose (of medication or drug / alcohol withdrawal)
TTrauma to the head
IInfection
PPain or psychiatric condition
SStroke or TIA