X3 or X4

We have a small grid in which we write the abbreviation. I teach AOx4. But, in the narrative we write out that the person was alert and oriented to Person, place, time and event, or whichever of the combo applied. Same with the AVPU the abbreviation has to be explained in the narrative.
 
I was taught AOx4. Person, place, event, and purpose

the last as in "where were you headed in your car before the crash"
 
Usually it is A/O/x4 = Person, Place, Time & Event.
 
Luckily, on our ePCRs, we can't use abbreviations. I never use them in my narratives either. And, most of the info is filled out using drop-down boxes. These contain words and phrases that are acceptable and clear in their wording.
 
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