Which statement best describes PMS after testing?

• A. Pulse, Motor, Sensory
• B. Pulse, Means, Sensation
• C. Posture, Movement, Sense
• D. Pressure, Motion, Size

Answer: (A)

In this context, PMS is the mnemonic used for neurovascular assessment of an injured limb: Pulse, Motor, Sensory. You check distal pulse to confirm perfusion, test motor function by asking the patient to move the toes or fingers to gauge nerve and muscle ability, and assess sensation with a light touch or pinprick to ensure nerve integrity. Together, these three elements—pulse, movement, and sensation—give a quick snapshot of whether the limb’s blood supply and nerves are functioning properly after injury. Other options don’t reflect the standard terms used in EMS for this assessment, so they don’t fit the established mnemonic.