Performing an A-G patient assessment: a step-by-step guide

Cathala, Xabi

Xabi Cathala is lecturer, School of Health and Social Care/Institute of Vocational Learning; Calvin Moorley is associate professor for nursing research and diversity in care, School of Health and Social Care/Adult Nursing and Midwifery Studies; both at London South Bank University.

This article has been double-blind peer reviewed

Nursing Times 116(1):p 53-55, January 2020.

Abstract

The A-G method is a systematic and structured approach of assessing patients, useful both in routine and emergency situations. It is based on the ABCDE approach used when resuscitation may be needed, extended by two additional steps. The ability to perform an A-G assessment is a key nursing skill, as it should be standard practice not only in critically ill or deteriorating patients, but in all patients receiving care.

Citation Cathala X, Moorley C (2020) Performing an A-G patient assessment: a practical step-by-step guide. Nursing Times; 116: 1, 53–55.

In this article…

Step-by-step description of the A-G method of patient assessment
Benefits of using A-G assessment in emergency and routine situations
How to use A-G assessment in daily nursing practice