Patient Inquiry and Health Assessment

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.