Patient Inquiry and Health Assessment

Questions and Answers

What brings you in today?

Why are you here?

What hurts?

The part of your body

What are your symptoms?

Describe the problem

How long has this been going on?

How long have you had this problem? Signup and view all the answers

Has the pain been getting better or worse?

How is the pain compared to when it started? Signup and view all the answers

Do you smoke? Do you take any recreational drugs? Do you drink alcohol and how often?

Be honest! Signup and view all the answers

Do you have a family history of this?

Does or did anyone else in your family have this problem? Signup and view all the answers

Do you take any medicines or supplements?

This includes OTC medicine, vitamins, minerals, etc. Signup and view all the answers

Are you sexually active?

Do you have sex? Be honest! Signup and view all the answers

Have you had any previous surgeries?

Have you had any previous operations? Signup and view all the answers

Does it hurt when I push here?

Ouch! Signup and view all the answers

Are you allergic to any medicines?

Do you have any allergic reactions? Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Patient Inquiry Questions

"What brings you in today?" seeks to identify the reason for the patient's visit.
"What hurts?" asks for specific body parts experiencing pain.
"What are your symptoms?" prompts patients to describe their issues in detail.

Duration and Change of Symptoms

"How long has this been going on?" inquires about the timeline of the patient's problem.
"Has the pain been getting better or worse?" assesses changes in pain levels since onset.

Lifestyle and Habits

"Do you smoke? Do you take any recreational drugs? Do you drink alcohol and how often?" emphasizes the importance of honesty regarding lifestyle habits.
"Do you have a family history of this?" helps identify hereditary conditions relevant to the patient.

Medications and Treatments

"Do you take any medicines or supplements?" covers prescribed and over-the-counter medications, as well as vitamins and minerals.

Sexual Health

"Are you sexually active?" opens up discussion concerning sexual health, encouraging openness.

Medical History

"Have you had any previous surgeries?" helps build a comprehensive medical background.
"Does it hurt when I push here?" is a physical examination question focused on specific tender areas.
"Are you allergic to any medicines?" identifies potential allergic reactions that may affect treatment plans.

Description

This quiz focuses on the essential questions healthcare professionals ask during patient evaluations. It covers areas such as symptoms, lifestyle habits, medications, and sexual health. Understanding these aspects is crucial for comprehensive care and accurate diagnosis.