Clinical Skill: History Taking

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What should be clarified when a patient complains about 'too much air came out'?

The reason for the air coming out

The frequency of the air coming out

The duration of the air coming out

The location of the air coming out (correct)

What is the purpose of asking about the location of the pain?

To determine if the pain is localized or radiating (correct)

To identify the underlying cause of the pain

To determine the severity of the pain

To decide on the treatment plan

What is the significance of asking about the time when the pain started?

To determine the pattern of the pain (correct)

To decide on the treatment plan

To identify the underlying cause of the pain

To determine the severity of the pain

What is the purpose of asking about factors that relieve the pain?

To develop a treatment plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of asking about the nature of the pain?

To identify the underlying cause of the pain Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the patient's anxiety or social problems when they exaggerate their symptoms?

To understand the patient's behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of asking about the incident of illness or things that increase the pain?

To identify the underlying cause of the pain Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the degree of pain in terms of its impact on sleep and daily activities?

To determine the severity of the pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of taking a patient's history?

To get a clear and accurate understanding of the patient's complaint Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended seating arrangement for the examiner during a patient history taking?

Sitting in a chair within three feet of the patient Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of recording hereditary information in a patient's history?

To help in the diagnosis of diseases associated with heredity Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial information that should be obtained from the patient?

The patient's biodata Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of a patient's employment and social history?

The patient's attitude towards work and employers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of starting with open questions during a patient history taking?

To build a good relationship with the patient Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of recording a patient's diet and lifestyle?

To identify potential health risks associated with their diet and lifestyle Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to record the patient's main complaint?

In a clear and simple format Signup and view all the answers

What is nocturnal paroxysmal dyspnea related to?

Difficulty breathing at night Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to clarify any unclear information during a patient history taking?

To obtain accurate information Signup and view all the answers

What is orthopnea?

Difficulty breathing when lying down Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of asking the patient to describe their symptoms from the beginning?

To obtain a clear understanding of the patient's condition Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of asking routine questions to patients?

To identify potential health risks and inform treatment strategies Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to maintain a conducive relationship during a patient history taking?

To build trust and obtain accurate information Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of recording a patient's travel history?

To identify potential health risks associated with travel Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of asking about chest pain in a patient's history?

To identify potential cardiovascular health risks Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended distance between the cuff and the fossa cubitum when taking blood pressure?

2.5 cm Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range of systolic blood pressure for an adult?

100-140 mmHg Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reducing the cuff pressure at 5 mmHg each time when taking blood pressure?

To suddenly slow down or not hear the sound at all Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended position for a patient when taking the popliteal blood pressure?

Prone Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended size of the cuff for adults?

12.5 cm Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range of diastolic blood pressure for an adult?

60-90 mmHg Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended position for a patient when examining the venous beat?

At an angle of 45° Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended vein to examine for venous pulsation?

External Jugular Signup and view all the answers

What type of sound is produced when the aorta or pulmonary valve opens?

Click shot systole Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the thickness of the valve, but still functioning as normal?

Opening snap Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the sound produced by blood flow in a vortex through the valve or surrounding?

Murmur Signup and view all the answers

What type of murmur is characteristic of aortic stenosis?

Ejection systolic murmur Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an abnormal communication of the heart wall?

Abnormal communication of heart wall Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the quality of a murmur that increases during inspiration and comes from the right side of the heart?

Respiratory murmur Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a sound produced from pericardium irritation resulting in a rubbing sound?

Pericardial Rub Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a type of edema that leaves a dent due to the resulting pressure and does not easily return to normal?

Pitting edema Signup and view all the answers