We are happy to present the second in our 'doctor-patient communication' series.
Each patient case history is broken down into 5 key stages:
2. Taking a History (PMH, DH, FH, SH)
4. Investigations & Treatment
5. Follow-up
Following on from the opening exchange, Dr Jones asks Jim more questions about the following:
- Past Medical History (PMH) - significant medical conditions (heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc) in the past and present, and any surgery/operations in the past
- Drug History (DH) - current and recent medication, any history of allergies
- Family History (FH) - significant medical conditions of close/immediate family such as parents, siblings (brothers & sisters) and children
- Social History (SH) - can include lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol intake, marital status, occupation, diet, exercise, substance abuse/recreational drug use, sexual activity and home circumstances
After you have watched the video take the 10-question comprehension quiz below:
If the above quiz box doesn't load, click here: Stage 2 - Taking A History (abdo pain) » online testing
