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List the LOCATES acronym.
List the LOCATES acronym.
L- Location, O- Onset, C- Character, A- Associated symptoms, aggravation, alleviating factors, T- Timing, E- Environment, S- Severity, similar problems in the past.
Define the L in LOCATES.
Define the L in LOCATES.
L- Location of the chief complaint, where it is located. Be as specific as possible. Does it radiate?
Define the O in LOCATES.
Define the O in LOCATES.
O- Onset. When did the chief complaint begin? Did it happen suddenly or occur gradually over time?
Define the C in LOCATES.
Define the C in LOCATES.
Define the A in LOCATES.
Define the A in LOCATES.
Define the T in LOCATES.
Define the T in LOCATES.
Define the E in LOCATES.
Define the E in LOCATES.
Define the S in LOCATES.
Define the S in LOCATES.
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LOCATES Acronym Overview
- LOCATES is a mnemonic used to assess patients' chief complaints systematically.
- Each letter represents a key component to explore in patient history.
Breakdown of LOCATES Components
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L - Location:
- Identifies the specific area of the complaint.
- Clarifies if pain radiates or is localized.
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O - Onset:
- Determines when symptoms began.
- Assesses if onset was sudden or gradual.
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C - Character:
- Describes the nature of pain.
- Encourages detailed descriptions (e.g., sharp, dull, throbbing).
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A - Associated Symptoms:
- Investigates other symptoms connected to the pain.
- Notes factors that aggravate or alleviate the pain (e.g., positions, treatments tried).
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T - Timing:
- Examines the pattern of symptoms over time.
- Considers any fluctuations throughout the day.
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E - Environment:
- Analyzes the context in which the complaint arose.
- Looks into activities or situations leading to the symptoms.
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S - Severity:
- Assesses pain intensity on a scale (1-10).
- Explores any history of similar issues in the past.
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