Tina Jones HEENT Completed
Tina Jones HEENT
Experience Overview
Patient: Tina Jones
Digital Clinical Experience Score
98.2%
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Student Performance Index
55
out of 59 |
Proficiency Level:
Proficient
Students rated as “proficient” demonstrate an entry-level expertise in advanced practice competencies and clinical reasoning skills. In comparable programs, the top 25% of students perform at the level of a proficient practitioner.
Subjective Data Collection
29
out of
29
Objective Data Collection
25
out of
25
Education and Empathy
1
out of
5
Time
52 minutes total spent in assignment |
Interaction with patient
52 minutes
Transcript
Started: Mar 27, 2025 | Total Time: 52 min
All Lines (130)Interview Questions (44)Statements (1)Exam Actions (85)
Hello, my name is Mileidy. I will be your nurse today | Greet 03/27/25 4:31 AM EDT |
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Hey. | ||
WHat brings you here today | Question 03/27/25 4:31 AM EDT |
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My throat has been sore… and itchy. And my nose won’t stop running. These symptoms are driving me nuts. | ||
I am sorry for that | Empathize 03/27/25 4:31 AM EDT |
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I appreciate you saying that. | ||
When did the symptoms start | Question 03/27/25 4:32 AM EDT |
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Like a week ago, everything started. Sore, itchy throat, runny nose. | ||
How severe us thr throat discomfort? | Question 03/27/25 4:32 AM EDT |
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It’s not… terrible. I mean, it hurts a little. Like, mild to moderate. The main thing is that it won’t go away. | ||
What is the frequency and duration of runny nose? (No matching questions found.) | Question 03/27/25 4:32 AM EDT |
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What is the frequency of runny nose? | Question 03/27/25 4:33 AM EDT |
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It runs all day. | ||
What nasal symptoms do you have? | Question 03/27/25 4:33 AM EDT |
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It’s been running nonstop! | ||
What does the nasal discharge look like? | Question 03/27/25 4:43 AM EDT |
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It’s just clear. | ||
Do you have eye symptoms? | Question 03/27/25 4:44 AM EDT |
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You mean, other than this itchy-eye stuff going on right now? I guess… my eyes get blurry sometimes when I read. It seems like my vision is getting worse over the years. | ||
Do you have any respiratory symptoms? | Question 03/27/25 4:44 AM EDT |
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My breathing’s fine. I haven’t had any asthma problems come up. | ||
what do you think has caused the symptoms? | Question 03/27/25 4:45 AM EDT |
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Well, at first I thought this was a cold, but it’s just sticking around. I’m not getting better or worse, so I’m starting to think it’s allergies or something. | ||
What relieves the symptoms? | Question 03/27/25 4:45 AM EDT |
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All I’ve done is suck on some throat drops. And I’ve been drinking more water, which helps. | ||
What relieves the nose and eye symptoms | Question 03/27/25 4:46 AM EDT |
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All I’ve done is suck on some throat drops. And I’ve been drinking more water, which helps. | ||
What are the relieving factors for nose and eye symptoms | Question 03/27/25 4:46 AM EDT |
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All I’ve done is suck on some throat drops. And I’ve been drinking more water, which helps. | ||
What makes nose and eye symptoms better? (No matching questions found.) | Question 03/27/25 4:46 AM EDT |
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What improves nose and eye symptoms? (No matching questions found.) | Question 03/27/25 4:47 AM EDT |
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nose and eye symptoms? | Question 03/27/25 4:47 AM EDT |
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Yes, my nose won’t stop running! | ||
What relieves nose and eye symptoms? | Question 03/27/25 4:47 AM EDT |
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All I’ve done is suck on some throat drops. And I’ve been drinking more water, which helps. | ||
Do you use medications? | Question 03/27/25 4:48 AM EDT |
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No, I haven’t done anything to try to make my eyes less itchy. | ||
Do you use an inhaler | Question 03/27/25 4:48 AM EDT |
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Yeah, I use it when my asthma acts up. | ||
Are you exposed to allergens? | Question 03/27/25 4:48 AM EDT |
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Not lately. | ||
How is your healthcare access | Question 03/27/25 4:49 AM EDT |
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I have health insurance through my job, so I can go to the doctor if I need to. It’s always a hassle though, so I try to avoid it unless I really have to like right now. | ||
Do you have any head problem? | Question 03/27/25 4:49 AM EDT |
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Just like in general? I get headaches sometimes. | ||
What causes the headaches? | Question 03/27/25 4:50 AM EDT |
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When I get headaches, it’s usually just from reading. I only get them about once a week and it doesn’t really hurt on one side or the other. The pain is mostly behind both eyes. | ||
Do you have vision problems? | Question 03/27/25 4:50 AM EDT |
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Yeah, maybe so. I’ve noticed my vision getting sort of blurry when I read. It seems like it’s getting a little worse — I notice it more. | ||
Do you have any ears problem | Question 03/27/25 4:50 AM EDT |
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No, my ears are fine right now. | ||
Do you have any mouth or jaw problem? | Question 03/27/25 4:50 AM EDT |
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No, that’s not where I’m having problems. [AUDIO COMING SOON] | ||
Do you have any dental issue? | Question 03/27/25 4:51 AM EDT |
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No, I’ve got good teeth. They don’t give me any problems. | ||
Do you have any throat issue? | Question 03/30/25 6:54 PM EDT |
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Yes, my throat’s sore right now. | ||
Are there any relevant family history? (Clarified to Can you tell me about your family medical history?.) | Question 03/30/25 6:55 PM EDT |
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My mom has some issues, and I think some of my grandparents did, too. (Clarified to to tell you about my family medical history.) | ||
Are there any family health history related to your condition? | Question 03/30/25 6:55 PM EDT |
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My mom has some issues, and I think some of my grandparents did, too. | ||
Do you have a family member with this issue? (Clarified to Do you have any family history of breathing problems?.) | Question 03/30/25 6:56 PM EDT |
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My baby sister has asthma, too, but no one else in the family has lung problems, I don’t think. (Clarified to if my family has a history of breathing problems.) | ||
Do you have a family history of throat problems? | Question 03/30/25 6:57 PM EDT |
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No. | ||
Inspected general face | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected forehead and scalp | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected nose and mouth | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected right side of face | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected back of head | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected right side of face | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected general face | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected left side of face | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected back of head | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected left side of face | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected general face | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected right orbital area and sclera | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected left orbital area and sclera | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:19 PM EDT |
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Inspected lower conjunctiva | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected upper conjunctiva | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Performed otoscopic examination of right naris | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Performed otoscopic examination of left naris | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Performed otoscopic examination of right naris | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Performed otoscopic examination of right ear | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Performed otoscopic examination of left ear | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected mouth | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected mouth: pushed tongue left with tongue blade | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspect mouth: pushed tongue right with tongue blade | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspect mouth: lifted tongue with tongue blade | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected mouth: depressed tongue with tongue blade | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected front of neck | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected right side of neck | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected back of neck | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected left side of neck | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected back of neck | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:20 PM EDT |
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Inspected right side of neck | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:21 PM EDT |
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Inspected front of neck | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:21 PM EDT |
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Inspected left side of neck | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:21 PM EDT |
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Inspected front of neck | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:21 PM EDT |
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Palpated scalp: No balding or thinning hair distribution, no masses, no tenderness reported | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:21 PM EDT |
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Palpated frontal sinuses: No tenderness reported | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:21 PM EDT |
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Palpated maxillary sinuses: No tenderness reported | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:21 PM EDT |
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Palpated temporal arteries bilaterally: Right: no thrill, 2+ / Left: no thrill, 2+ | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:21 PM EDT |
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Palpated right carotid artery: No thrill, 2+ | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:21 PM EDT |
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Palpated left carotid artery: No thrill, 2+ | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:22 PM EDT |
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open and close your mouth | Question 03/30/25 7:22 PM EDT |
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Palpated jaw: Full range of motion, no popping or clicking | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:22 PM EDT |
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Palpated lymph nodes of head and neck: Not palpable | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:23 PM EDT |
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Palpated supraclavicular lymph nodes: Not palpable | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:23 PM EDT |
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Palpated axillary lymph nodes: Not palpable | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:23 PM EDT |
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Palpated thyroid gland: No nodules, not enlarged, no irregularities, no tenderness reported | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:23 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in anterior right upper lobe | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:23 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in anterior left upper lobe | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:23 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in anterior right middle lobe | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:23 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in anterior left mid-chest (upper lobe) | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:23 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in anterior right lower lobe | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in anterior left lower lobe | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior left upper lobe | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior right upper lobe | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior left mid-back (lower lobe) | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior right mid-back (lower lobe) | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior left lower lobe | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior right lower lobe | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior left lower lobe on side | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior left lower lobe near spine | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior right lower lobe near spine | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated breath sounds in posterior right lower lobe on side | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:24 PM EDT |
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Auscultated right temporal pulse | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:25 PM EDT |
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Auscultated left temporal pulse | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:25 PM EDT |
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Auscultated right carotid pulse | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:25 PM EDT |
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Auscultated left carotid pulse | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:25 PM EDT |
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Tested left pupillary reaction with penlight | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:25 PM EDT |
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Tested right pupillary reaction with penlight | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:25 PM EDT |
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Follow my fingers with just your eyes | Question 03/30/25 7:25 PM EDT |
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Ok. | ||
Tested EOM to the upper left | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Tested EOM to the upper center | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Tested EOM to the upper right | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Tested convergence to the center | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Tested EOM to the lower right | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Tested EOM to the lower center | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Tested EOM to the lower left | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Tell me when you can no longer see my finger | Question 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Ok, I will. | ||
Tested peripheral vision | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Now. | ||
Examined fundus of right eye with ophthalmoscope | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:26 PM EDT |
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Examined fundus of left eye with ophthalmoscope | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:27 PM EDT |
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Um, that one’s kind of blurry. | ||
E D E O X F | ||
Um, that one’s kind of blurry. | ||
F E L O P Z D | ||
D E F P O T E C | ||
Tested visual acuity of left eye (right eye covered) | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:28 PM EDT |
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I can’t read that line. It’s too little. | ||
I can’t read that line. It’s too little. | ||
That’s… I can’t really tell. | ||
Um, that one’s kind of blurry. | ||
E D E O X F | ||
P E C F D | ||
Tested visual acuity of right eye (left eye covered) | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:29 PM EDT |
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P E C F D | ||
E D F C Z P | ||
F E L O P Z D | ||
D E F P O T E C | ||
Tested visual acuity with both eyes | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:30 PM EDT |
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is the volume the same in both ears or louder in one ear? | Question 03/30/25 7:31 PM EDT |
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Ok. | ||
Same in both ears. | ||
Performed Weber test with tuning fork | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:31 PM EDT |
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Tell me when you no longer hear the ringing | Question 03/30/25 7:31 PM EDT |
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Ok, I will. | ||
Now. | ||
Tell me when you no longer hear the ringing | Question 03/30/25 7:32 PM EDT |
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Ok, I will. | ||
Now. | ||
Performed Rinne test on right ear with tuning fork | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:32 PM EDT |
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Now. | ||
Four | Question 03/30/25 7:32 PM EDT |
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Four. | ||
R. | Question 03/30/25 7:32 PM EDT |
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R. | ||
Nine. | Question 03/30/25 7:33 PM EDT |
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Nine. | ||
Performed whisper test in left ear | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:33 PM EDT |
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F. | Question 03/30/25 7:33 PM EDT |
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F. | ||
Eight | Question 03/30/25 7:33 PM EDT |
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Eight. | ||
W. | Question 03/30/25 7:33 PM EDT |
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W. | ||
Performed whisper test in right ear | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:33 PM EDT |
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Tested gag reflex with tongue blade | Exam Action 03/30/25 7:33 PM EDT |
Subjective Data Collection: 29 of 29 (100.0%)
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Chief Complaint
Finding:
Established chief complaint
Finding:
Reports sore throat
(Found)
Pro Tip: A patient’s chief complaint establishes any illnesses or concerns they are presenting. Asking about the chief complaint will allow the patient to voice any concerns or symptoms the patient may have.
Example Question:
Is your throat sore?
Finding:
Reports itchy throat
(Found)
Pro Tip: A patient’s chief complaint establishes any illnesses or concerns they are presenting. Asking about the chief complaint will allow the patient to voice any concerns or symptoms the patient may have.
Example Question:
Is your throat itchy?
Finding:
Reports itchy eyes
(Found)
Pro Tip: A patient’s chief complaint establishes any illnesses or concerns they are presenting. Asking about the chief complaint will allow the patient to voice any concerns or symptoms the patient may have.
Example Question:
Are your eyes itchy?
Finding:
Reports runny nose
(Found)
Pro Tip: A patient’s chief complaint establishes any illnesses or concerns they are presenting. Asking about the chief complaint will allow the patient to voice any concerns or symptoms the patient may have.
Example Question:
Do you have a runny nose?
History of Present Illness
Finding:
Asked about onset of symptoms
Finding:
Reports sore throat began 1 week ago
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
How long has your throat been sore?
Finding:
Reports runny nose began 1 week ago
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
When did your nose start running?
Finding:
Reports itchy eyes began 1 week ago
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
When did your eyes start itching?
Finding:
Asked about aggravating factors for throat symptoms
Finding:
Reports throat pain is constant
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Is the throat pain constant?
Finding:
Reports throat pain is worse in the morning
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
When does your sore throat feel the worst?
Finding:
Reports some soreness with swallowing
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Does it hurt when you swallow?
Finding:
Asked severity of throat discomfort
Finding:
Reports sore throat discomfort as mild to moderate
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Can you rate your sore throat on a scale of 0 to 10?
Finding:
Asked about frequency and duration of runny nose
Finding:
Reports runny nose is constant
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
How often does your nose run?
Finding:
Followed up on nasal symptoms
Finding:
Denies itchy nose
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Does your nose itch?
Finding:
Denies sinus pain
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Do you feel any sinus pain?
Finding:
Denies sinus pressure
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Do you feel any sinus pressure?
Finding:
Denies sneezing
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Have you been sneezing?
Finding:
Followed up about character of nasal discharge
Finding:
Reports clear discharge
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
What color is your mucus?
Finding:
Reports thin discharge
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Is the mucus thick?
Finding:
Denies pus
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Does your mucus have pus in it?
Finding:
Asked about eye symptoms
Finding:
Reports eye itching is constant
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Do your eyes constantly itch?
Finding:
Reports eye redness
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Are your eyes red?
Finding:
Asked related respiratory symptoms
Finding:
Reports breathing isn’t affected
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Have you had any changes in your breathing?
Finding:
Denies cough
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Do you have a cough?
Finding:
Denies chest tightness
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Does your chest feel tight?
Finding:
Asked about related asthma symptoms
Finding:
Denies recent wheezing
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Have you been wheezing?
Finding:
Denies increase in recent asthma symptoms
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Has your asthma been worse lately?
Finding:
Asked about perceived cause of symptoms
Finding:
Reports symptoms are similar to allergies
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Do you know what’s causing your symptoms?
Finding:
Reports symptoms don’t seem like a common cold
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Do you think you have a cold?
Finding:
Reports similarity to her sister’s hay fever symptoms
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Do you think you are having an allergic reaction?
Finding:
Asked about relieving factors for nose and eye symptoms
Finding:
Denies treatment for itchy eyes
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Have you treated your eyes with anything?
Finding:
Denies treatment for nasal symptoms
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Have you done anything for your runny nose?
Finding:
Denies taking antihistamine
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Have you taken any antihistamines?
Finding:
Denies taking decongestant
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Have you taken any decongestants?
Finding:
Asked about relieving factors for throat symptoms
Finding:
Reports lozenges as treatment
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Have you taken anything for your sore throat?
Finding:
Reports lozenges reduce symptoms
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Do the lozenges help?
Finding:
Reports ingesting lozenges every few hours
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
How often do you have a lozenge?
Finding:
Reports drinking water reduces symptoms
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.
Example Question:
Does drinking water help?
Home Medications
Finding:
Confirmed home medications
Finding:
Reports no new medications
(Found)
Pro Tip: A patient’s home medications can provide insight into the patient’s current treatment and its efficacy. Inquiring into medication history, dosage, and frequency will help you understand the patient’s background and how it may affect their current situation.
Example Question:
Have you started taking any new medications?
Finding:
Followed up about inhaler use
Finding:
Reports using an inhaler to treat asthma symptoms
(Found)
Pro Tip: A patient’s home medications can provide insight into the patient’s current treatment and its efficacy. Inquiring into medication history, dosage, and frequency will help you understand the patient’s background and how it may affect their current situation.
Example Question:
Do you use an inhaler for your asthma?
Finding:
Reports inhaler is albuterol (Proventil)
(Available)
Pro Tip: A patient’s home medications can provide insight into the patient’s current treatment and its efficacy. Inquiring into medication history, dosage, and frequency will help you understand the patient’s background and how it may affect their current situation.
Example Question:
What is the name of the inhaler you are currently using?
Finding:
Reports last use of inhaler was 1 week ago
(Available)
Pro Tip: A patient’s home medications can provide insight into the patient’s current treatment and its efficacy. Inquiring into medication history, dosage, and frequency will help you understand the patient’s background and how it may affect their current situation.
Example Question:
When did you last use your inhaler?
Finding:
Reports typical inhaler use is 2 – 3 times a week
(Available)
Pro Tip: A patient’s home medications can provide insight into the patient’s current treatment and its efficacy. Inquiring into medication history, dosage, and frequency will help you understand the patient’s background and how it may affect their current situation.
Example Question:
How often do you use your inhaler?
Finding:
Reports using 2 – 3 puffs of inhaler when used
(Available)
Pro Tip: A patient’s home medications can provide insight into the patient’s current treatment and its efficacy. Inquiring into medication history, dosage, and frequency will help you understand the patient’s background and how it may affect their current situation.
Example Question:
How many puffs of your inhaler do you use?
Finding:
Reports prescribed dosage is 2 puffs
(Available)
Pro Tip: A patient’s home medications can provide insight into the patient’s current treatment and its efficacy. Inquiring into medication history, dosage, and frequency will help you understand the patient’s background and how it may affect their current situation.
Example Question:
How many puffs of your inhaler are you supposed to do?
Social Determinants of Health
Finding:
Asked about environmental exposure to allergens
Finding:
Denies exposure to cats
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
Have you been recently exposed to any allergens?
Finding:
Denies exposure to mold or mildew
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
Do you have mold in your house?
Finding:
Denies exposure to dust
(Found)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
Do you have dust in your house?
Finding:
Denies exposure to irritants in work environment
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
Are you allergic to anything at work?
Finding:
Reports changing bedding once a week
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
How often do you change your bedding?
Finding:
Denies history of cigarette smoking
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
Have you smoked cigarettes recently?
Finding:
Denies recent exposure to secondhand smoke
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
Have you been exposed to secondhand smoke recently?
Finding:
Asked about healthcare access
Finding:
Reports last vision exam was in childhood
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
When was your last vision test?
Finding:
Reports last hearing test was in childhood
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
When was your last hearing test?
Finding:
Reports dental visit within the last 2 years
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
When did you last see the dentist?
Finding:
Reports regular dental visits in childhood
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
How often did you see the dentist when you were a child?
Finding:
Denies vision insurance
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
Do you have vision insurance?
Finding:
Denies dental insurance
(Available)
Pro Tip: Asking a patient about Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) can unearth underlying social, political, or economic barriers to their health and wellbeing. Recognizing a patient’s SDOH can lead you to provide more informed and empathetic care for your patients, because you will have a greater understanding of the challenges they face.
Example Question:
Do you have dental insurance?
Relevant Medical History
Finding:
Confirmed allergies
Finding:
Reports known allergy to cats
(Available)
Pro Tip: Inquiring into the patient’s relevant history can reveal past diagnoses and previous conditions or concerns. Information about the patient’s existing health conditions, a timeline of diagnosis, symptoms, and allergies can indicate where you should follow-up for further care and treatment.
Example Question:
Can you confirm that you’re allergic to cats?
Finding:
Reports known allergy to dust
(Available)
Pro Tip: Inquiring into the patient’s relevant history can reveal past diagnoses and previous conditions or concerns. Information about the patient’s existing health conditions, a timeline of diagnosis, symptoms, and allergies can indicate where you should follow-up for further care and treatment.
Example Question:
Are you allergic to dust?
Finding:
Denies seasonal allergies
(Available)
Pro Tip: Inquiring into the patient’s relevant history can reveal past diagnoses and previous conditions or concerns. Information about the patient’s existing health conditions, a timeline of diagnosis, symptoms, and allergies can indicate where you should follow-up for further care and treatment.
Example Question:
Do you have seasonal allergies?
Review of Systems
Finding:
Asked about constitutional health
Finding:
Denies recent or frequent illnesses
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you been sick recently?
Finding:
Denies chills
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you had any chills?
Finding:
Denies fever
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you had a fever?
Finding:
Reports low energy level
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you felt fatigued?
Finding:
Denies nausea or vomiting
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you felt nauseous?
Finding:
Asked about review of systems for head
Finding:
Reports occasional headaches
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you ever get headaches?
Finding:
Denies current headache
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have a headache currently?
Finding:
Denies history of head injury
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you ever had a head injury?
Finding:
Denies lightheadedness
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you ever get lightheaded?
Finding:
Followed up on headaches
Finding:
Reports headaches occur once a week
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
How often do you get headaches?
Finding:
Reports headaches last a few hours
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
How long do your headaches last?
Finding:
Reports headaches feel tight and throbbing
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
How would you describe your headaches?
Finding:
Reports headache location is behind her forehead
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Where do you feel your headaches?
Finding:
Reports headache pain as a 3 or 4
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
How would you rate your headache pain on a scale of 0 to 10?
Finding:
Reports treating headaches with acetaminophen (Tylenol)
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
How do you treat your headaches?
Finding:
Reports reading and studying seem to cause headaches
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
What seems to cause your headaches?
Finding:
Asked about review of systems for eyes
Finding:
Reports occasional blurry vision
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have blurry vision?
Finding:
Reports worsening vision
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Has your vision gotten worse?
Finding:
Denies eye pain
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you had eye pain?
Finding:
Denies dry eyes
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you had dry eyes?
Finding:
Denies corrective lenses
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have glasses or contacts?
Finding:
Followed up on vision problems
Finding:
Reports blurry vision as fuzzy letters
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Can you describe your blurry vision?
Finding:
Reports blurry vision occurs when reading for long periods
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
When do you get blurry vision?
Finding:
Reports blurry vision occurs after 2+ hours of reading
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
How long have you been reading when your vision gets blurry?
Finding:
Reports that blurry vision and headaches often coincide
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you get headaches when you have blurry vision?
Finding:
Asked about review of systems for ears
Finding:
Denies general ear problems
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you had ear problems?
Finding:
Denies change in hearing
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you had any changes in your hearing?
Finding:
Denies ear pain
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you had ear pain?
Finding:
Denies ear discharge
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you noticed ear discharge?
Finding:
Asked about review of systems for nose
Finding:
Denies change in sense of smell
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you had any changes in your sense of smell?
Finding:
Denies nasal or sinus surgeries
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you ever had a nasal surgery?
Finding:
Denies nosebleeds
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you ever get nosebleeds?
Finding:
Asked about review of systems for mouth and jaw
Finding:
Denies general mouth problems
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you ever had problems with your mouth?
Finding:
Denies change in sense of taste
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Has your sense of taste changed?
Finding:
Denies dry mouth
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you had dry mouth recently?
Finding:
Denies history of oral surgery
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you ever had oral surgery?
Finding:
Denies mouth pain
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have mouth pain?
Finding:
Denies mouth sores
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have any mouth sores?
Finding:
Denies gum problems
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have any problems with your gums?
Finding:
Denies tongue problems
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have any problems with your tongue?
Finding:
Denies jaw problems
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have any problems with your jaw?
Finding:
Asked about review of systems for dentation
Finding:
Denies current dental problems
(Found)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have any current dental problems?
Finding:
Reports a few cavities in childhood
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
What dental problems have you had?
Finding:
Asked about review of systems for neck, throat and glands
Finding:
Denies history of recurrent strep throat
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you get strep throat often?
Finding:
Denies lymph node problems
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have any problems with your lymph nodes?
Finding:
Denies history of general throat problems
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have a history of throat problems?
Finding:
Denies voice changes
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Have you noticed any changes to your voice?
Finding:
Denies history of tonsil problems
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have any history of tonsil problems?
Finding:
Denies general neck pain
(Available)
Pro Tip: Understanding a patient’s health involves a comprehensive overview of their physiological systems. This is necessary to understand what symptoms may indicate larger issues, and what treatments the patient may require.
Example Question:
Do you have neck pain?
Relevant Family History
Finding:
Asked about relevant family history
Finding:
Reports sister with hay fever
(Available)
Pro Tip: A patient’s family medical history can indicate if the patient is at a higher risk for certain illnesses and disorders. Gathering this information can contextualize a patient’s current complaint and how their family’s health history might be influencing it.
Example Question:
Do you have any family members with allergies?
Finding:
Denies family history of vision problems
(Available)
Pro Tip: A patient’s family medical history can indicate if the patient is at a higher risk for certain illnesses and disorders. Gathering this information can contextualize a patient’s current complaint and how their family’s health history might be influencing it.
Example Question:
Do vision problems run in your family?
Finding:
Denies family history of sinus problems
(Available)
Pro Tip: A patient’s family medical history can indicate if the patient is at a higher risk for certain illnesses and disorders. Gathering this information can contextualize a patient’s current complaint and how their family’s health history might be influencing it.
Example Question:
Do sinus problems run in your family?
Finding:
Denies family history of ear or hearing problems
(Available)
Pro Tip: A patient’s family medical history can indicate if the patient is at a higher risk for certain illnesses and disorders. Gathering this information can contextualize a patient’s current complaint and how their family’s health history might be influencing it.
Example Question:
Do hearing problems run in your family?
Finding:
Denies family history of mouth, throat, or gland problems
(Found)
Pro Tip: A patient’s family medical history can indicate if the patient is at a higher risk for certain illnesses and disorders. Gathering this information can contextualize a patient’s current complaint and how their family’s health history might be influencing it.
Example Question:
Do you have any family history of throat problems?
Finding:
Denies family history of headache or migraine
Objective Data Collection: 25 of 25 (100%)
- Correct
- Partially correct
- Incorrect
- Missed
Skull Symmetry (1/3 point)
- Symmetric
Facial Feature Symmetry (1/3 point)
- Symmetric
Appearance (1/3 point)
- Papules, pustules, or comedones
- Excessive hair growth
- Red, chapped nose
Inspected eyes and orbital area
Orbital Area (1/4 point)
- No visible abnormal findings
Sclera (1/4 point)
- Injection
Conjunctiva (1/4 point)
- Moist and pink
Conjunctival Discharge (1/4 point)
- No discharge
Color (1/4 point)
- Pale
- Bluish
Discharge (1/4 point)
- Clear discharge
Turbinate Patency (1/4 point)
- Patent
Observations (1/4 point)
- No additional visible abnormal findings
Right: Auditory Canal Color (1/10 point)
- Pink
Right: Tympanic Membrane Color (1/10 point)
- Pearly gray
Right: Tympanic Membrane Appearance (1/10 point)
- No visible abnormal findings
Right: Cone Of Light (1/10 point)
- 5:00
Right: Discharge (1/10 point)
- No discharge
Left: Auditory Canal Color (1/10 point)
- Pink
Left: Tympanic Membrane Color (1/10 point)
- Pearly gray
Left: Tympanic Membrane Appearance (1/10 point)
- No visible abnormal findings
Left: Cone Of Light (1/10 point)
- 7:00
Left: Discharge (1/10 point)
- No discharge
Oral Mucosa (1/6 point)
- Moist and pink
Tonsils (1/6 point)
- Edema
Tonsil Grade (1/6 point)
- 1+: Tonsils <25% of space between pillars
Posterior Oropharynx Color (1/6 point)
- Erythemic
Posterior Oropharynx Texture (1/6 point)
- Cobblestoning
Post Nasal Drip (1/6 point)
- Clear discharge
Symmetry (1/2 point)
- Symmetric
Appearance (1/2 point)
- Discoloration
Tenderness (1/2 point)
- None reported
Observations (1/2 point)
- No additional abnormal findings
Frontal (1/2 point)
- None reported
Maxillary (1/2 point)
- None reported
Right: Vibration (1/4 point)
- No thrill
Right: Intensity (1/4 point)
- 2+ Expected
Left: Vibration (1/4 point)
- No thrill
Left: Intensity (1/4 point)
- 2+ Expected
Right: Vibration (1/4 point)
- No thrill
Right: Intensity (1/4 point)
- 2+ Expected
Left: Vibration (1/4 point)
- No thrill
Left: Intensity (1/4 point)
- 2+ Expected
Observations (1/1 point)
- No palpable abnormal findings
Head And Neck (1/3 point)
- No palpable nodes
Supraclavicular (1/3 point)
- No palpable nodes
Axillary (1/3 point)
- No palpable nodes
Observations (1/2 point)
- No palpable abnormal findings
Tenderness (1/2 point)
- None reported
Breath Sounds (1/3 point)
- Present in all areas
Adventitious Sounds (1/3 point)
- No adventitious sounds
Location (1/3 point)
- All areas clear
Right (1/2 point)
- No bruit
Left (1/2 point)
- No bruit
Right (1/2 point)
- No bruit
Left (1/2 point)
- No bruit
Observations With Penlight (1/1 point)
- No visible abnormal findings (PERRL)
Tested extraocular eye movements
Cardinal Fields (1/2 point)
- No visible abnormal findings
Convergence (1/2 point)
- No visible abnormal findings
Observations (1/1 point)
- No abnormal findings
Examined fundus with ophthalmoscope
Right: Retina (1/4 point)
- Cotton wool bodies
Right: Disc Margin (1/4 point)
- Sharp
Left: Retina (1/4 point)
- No visible abnormal findings
Left: Disc Margin (1/4 point)
- Sharp
Right (1/2 point)
- 20/40
Left (1/2 point)
- 20/20
Results (1/1 point)
- Normal
Right (1/2 point)
- Normal
Left (1/2 point)
- Normal
Right (1/2 point)
- Normal
Left (1/2 point)
- Normal
Observations (1/1 point)
- Intact
Education & Empathy : 1 of 5 (20.0%)
During the patient interview, there are a number of opportunities to provide patient education and empathy. The opportunities listed below are those identified by nursing experts to be of particular importance to this patient. A Model Statement is provided as an example of an appropriate response to each opportunity.
- Opportunities marked as Not Encountered are opportunities that were not elicited in the interview
- Opportunities marked as Not Followed Up are missed opportunities that were present in the interview, but where no statements were made
- Opportunities marked as Followed Up were followed up by students, and include the dialogue between student and patient
Description: Tina describes the symptoms that have been bothering her. | ||
WHat brings you here today | Question 04:31 AM EDT |
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My throat has been sore… and itchy. And my nose won’t stop running. These symptoms are driving me nuts. | ||
I am sorry for that | Empathize 04:31 AM EDT |
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I appreciate you saying that. | ||
Model Statement: “I’m sorry to hear you don’t feel well. I’ll ask you some questions to learn more about your symptoms, and we will make a plan to help you feel better.” |
Description: Tina describes her symptoms as being similar to allergies. | ||
what do you think has caused the symptoms? | Question 04:45 AM EDT |
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Well, at first I thought this was a cold, but it’s just sticking around. I’m not getting better or worse, so I’m starting to think it’s allergies or something. | ||
What relieves the symptoms? | Question 04:45 AM EDT |
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Model Statement: “It is possible to develop new allergies as an adult, and so I will take that into consideration as I try to determine the cause of your symptoms.” |
Description: Tina describes her medication regimen. | ||
What relieves nose and eye symptoms? | Question 04:47 AM EDT |
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All I’ve done is suck on some throat drops. And I’ve been drinking more water, which helps. | ||
Do you use medications? | Question 04:48 AM EDT |
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No, I haven’t done anything to try to make my eyes less itchy. | ||
Do you use an inhaler | Question 04:48 AM EDT |
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Yeah, I use it when my asthma acts up. | ||
Are you exposed to allergens? | Question 04:48 AM EDT |
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Not lately. | ||
How is your healthcare access | Question 04:49 AM EDT |
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I have health insurance through my job, so I can go to the doctor if I need to. It’s always a hassle though, so I try to avoid it unless I really have to like right now. | ||
Model Statement: “Thank you for letting me know that you’re using throat drops in addition to the medications you usually take. I will ask you a few questions about how you’re using each medication.” |
Description: Tina reports occasional headaches. | ||
Do you have any head problem? | Question 04:49 AM EDT |
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Just like in general? I get headaches sometimes. | ||
What causes the headaches? | Question 04:50 AM EDT |
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When I get headaches, it’s usually just from reading. I only get them about once a week and it doesn’t really hurt on one side or the other. The pain is mostly behind both eyes. | ||
Do you have vision problems? | Question 04:50 AM EDT |
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Model Statement: “It sounds like you’re getting frequent headaches. I’m sorry you have to deal with those. I think we can determine more about what’s causing them, and try to relieve those for you.” |
Description: Tina describes her vision problems and lack of eye care. | ||
Do you have vision problems? | Question 04:50 AM EDT |
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Yeah, maybe so. I’ve noticed my vision getting sort of blurry when I read. It seems like it’s getting a little worse — I notice it more. | ||
Do you have any ears problem | Question 04:50 AM EDT |
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No, my ears are fine right now. | ||
Do you have any mouth or jaw problem? | Question 04:50 AM EDT |
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No, that’s not where I’m having problems. [AUDIO COMING SOON] | ||
Model Statement: “Blurry vision can be a frustrating symptom. Taking steps toward better eye care, like seeing an eye doctor, could improve your vision and prevent blurriness when you read.” |
Documentation / Electronic Health Record
Document: Provider Notes
Student Documentation | Model Documentation |
Subjective
Ms. Jones is a 28 y/o African American woman who visits the clinic due to sore and itchy throat, itchy eyes and runny nose which has lasted for one week. No aggravating symptoms but sore throat is worse in the morning. She rates the pain as 4/10. She relieves pain with throat lozenges. Has soreness while swallowing. She has a clear nose discharge. Not had any treatment. No cough or other illness. No fever, chills or sweats. Social History: Not exposed to irritants. does not use tobacco, alcohol or drugs. ROS Head: Occasional headaches Eyes: Vision worsening Ears: no discharge or pain Mouth/throat: Sore, itchy Nose/sinuses: Pain outside of nose Respiratory: No shortness of breath |
HPI: Ms. Jones is a pleasant 28-year-old African American woman who presented to the clinic with complaints of sore, itchy throat, itchy eyes, and runny nose for the last week. She states that these symptoms started spontaneously and have been constant in nature. She does not note any specific aggravating symptoms, but states that her throat pain seems to be worse in the morning. She rates her throat pain as 4/10 and her throat itchiness as 5/10. She has treated her throat pain with occasional throat lozenges which has “helped a little”. She states that she has some soreness when swallowing, but otherwise no other associated symptoms. She states that her nose “runs all day” and is clear discharge. She has not attempted any treatment for her nasal symptoms. She states that her eyes are constantly itchy and she has not attempted any eye specific treatment. She denies cough and recent illness. She has had no exposures to sick individuals. She denies changes in her hearing, vision, and taste. She denies fevers, chills, and night sweats. She has never been diagnosed with seasonal allergies, but does note that her sister has “hay fever”. Social History: She is not aware of any environmental exposures or irritants at her job or home. She changes her sheets weekly and denies dust/mildew at her home. She denies use of tobacco, alcohol, and illicit drugs. She does not exercise. Review of Systems: General: Denies changes in weight, fatigue, weakness, fever, chills, and night sweats. • Head: Denies history of trauma. Reports headaches while studying. • Eyes: She does not wear corrective lenses, but notes that her vision has been worsening over the past few years. She complains of blurry vision after reading for extended periods. Denies increased tearing or itching prior to this past week. • Ears: Denies hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo, discharge, or earache. • Nose/Sinuses: Denies rhinorrhea prior to this episode. Denies stuffiness, sneezing, itching, previous allergy, epistaxis, or sinus pressure. • Mouth/Throat: Denies bleeding gums, hoarseness, swollen lymph nodes, or wounds in mouth. No sore throat prior to this episode. • Respiratory: She denies shortness of breath, wheezing, cough, sputum, hemoptysis, pneumonia, bronchitis, emphysema, tuberculosis. She has a history of asthma, last hospitalization was age 16 for asthma, last chest XR was age 16. Her current inhaler use has been her baseline of 2-3 times per week. |
Objective
She is alert and well oriented Head: Symmetric, no scalps Eyes: Bilateral eyes Ears: No inflammation, whisper normal Nose: Nosal mucosa is boggy and pale Mouse/Throat: Moist buccal mucosa Neck: Thyroid is smooth Respiratory: Symmetrical chest |
General: Ms. Jones is a pleasant, obese 28-year-old African American woman in no acute distress. She is alert and oriented. She maintains eye contact throughout interview and examination. • Head: Head is normocephalic and atraumatic. Scalp with no masses, normal hair distribution. • Eyes: Bilateral eyes with equal hair distribution, no lesions, no ptosis, no edema, conjunctiva clear and injected. Extraocular movements intact bilaterally. Pupils equal, round, and reactive to light bilaterally. Normal convergence. Left fundoscopic exam reveals sharp disc margins, no hemorrhages. Right fundoscopic exam reveals mild retinopathic changes. Left eye vision: 20/20. Right eye vision: 20/40. • Ears: Ear shape equal bilaterally. External canals without inflammation bilaterally. Tympanic membranes pearly grey and intact with positive light reflex bilaterally. Rinne, Weber, and Whisper tests normal bilaterally. • Nose: Septum is midline, nasal mucosa is boggy and pale bilaterally. No pain with palpation of frontal or maxillary sinuses. • Mouth/Throat: Moist buccal mucosa, no wounds visualized. Adequate dental hygiene. Uvula midline. Tonsils 1+ and without evidence of inflammation. Posterior pharynx is slightly erythematous with mild cobblestoning. •Neck: No cervical, infraclavicular lymphadenopathy. Thyroid is smooth without nodules or goiter. Acanthosis nigricans present. Carotid pulses 2+, no thrills. Jaw with no clicks, full range of motion. Bilateral carotid artery auscultation without bruit. • Respiratory: Chest is symmetrical with respirations. Lung sounds clear to auscultation without wheezes, crackles, or cough. |
Assessment
Allergic Rhinitis |
Allergic Rhinitis |
Plan
Continue monitoring symptoms Initiate loratadine 10mg by mouth daily Increase intake of water Avoid triggers Seek care in case of uncontrollable episodes Come for check up in 2 weeks |
Encourage Ms. Jones to continue to monitor symptoms and log her episodes of allergic symptoms with associated factors and bring log to next visit. • Initiate trial of loratadine (Claritin) 10 mg by mouth daily. • Encourage to increase intake of water and other fluids and educate on frequent handwashing. • Educate on avoidance of triggers and known allergens • Educate Ms. Jones on when to seek care including episodes of uncontrollable epistaxis, worsening headache, or fever. • Revisit clinic in 2-4 weeks for follow up and evaluation. |
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