What Does 4AT Mean in Medical Terms?

4AT stands for 4 A's test. Rapid delirium and cognition screening tool.

Where you will see 4AT

You will most often see 4AT in mental health assessments and care plans, neurology notes and assessments, observation charts and bedside assessments.

Example

A chart note might use “4AT” as shorthand for 4 A's test when documenting a patient's care.

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