Comm Q Flashcards
Questions:
Chest Pain Questions
Can you describe the nature of the chest pain? (e.g., sharp, dull, crushing)
When did the chest pain start?
Is there anything that triggers or worsens the chest pain?
Do you have any associated symptoms with the chest pain, such as shortness of breath or nausea?
Syncope Questions
Can you explain what happened just before you fainted?
How long were you unconscious?
Did you experience any warning signs or symptoms before fainting?
Have you noticed any patterns or triggers for the episodes of syncope?
Palpitation Questions
Can you describe the sensation you feel during palpitations? (e.g., racing, fluttering)
When do you usually experience palpitations?
Are there any specific activities or situations that seem to trigger palpitations?
Have you noticed any other symptoms accompanying the palpitations?
Asthma Questions
How often do you experience difficulty breathing?
Can you describe any specific triggers for your asthma attacks?
What medications do you use for your asthma, and how often?
How does asthma impact your daily activities?
Shortness of Breath Questions
When did you first notice the shortness of breath?
Is the shortness of breath constant or intermittent?
Do you experience shortness of breath during specific activities or at rest?
Have you noticed any other symptoms along with shortness of breath?
Cough Questions
When did the cough start?
Is the cough dry or productive (producing phlegm)?
Are there any specific triggers for the cough?
Have you tried any medications or remedies for the cough?
COPD questions
How has your breathing changed over time?
Do you use any medications or inhalers for your COPD?
Have you noticed any specific triggers for exacerbations?
How does COPD affect your daily life?
Infection Questions
When did you first notice symptoms of infection?
Can you describe the nature of your symptoms (fever, chills, cough, etc.)?
Have you had any recent exposure to sick individuals?
Have you traveled recently, and if so, where?
Hyperthyroidism Questions
Have you experienced unexplained weight loss recently?
Do you feel more anxious or irritable than usual?
Have you noticed any changes in your skin, hair, or nails?
How has your appetite been lately?
Diabetes Questions
Have you noticed an increase in thirst and hunger?
How often do you experience fatigue or weakness?
Have you had any unexplained weight changes?
Do you monitor your blood sugar levels, and if so, what are the recent readings?
Cushings Questions
Feeling weak eg. difficulty getting out of chair/climbing stairs
Easy bruising, stretch marks, thin skin
BP increase
Weight gain, increase appetite
Change in face- acne, hair growth, round, plethoric
Thirst/polyuria/polydipsia/recent blood sugar (Diabetes)
Back pain, pain in joints, fractures
Periods, erection, sex drive
Mood, insomnia, irritability
Infections eg. skin infections, urine infections, thrush
Fatigue/tiredness/lethargy
Abdomen Pain Questions
When did the abdominal pain start?
Can you describe the location and nature of the pain? (e.g., sharp, cramping)
Does anything make the pain better or worse?
Have you noticed any associated symptoms like nausea or changes in bowel habits?
Diarrhoea Questions
How long have you been experiencing diarrhea?
Can you describe the frequency and consistency of your bowel movements?
Have you noticed any specific triggers or patterns for the diarrhea?
Have you tried any medications or remedies for diarrhea?
Vomitting Questions
When did the vomiting start?
What is the frequency of vomiting episodes?
Have you observed any patterns or triggers for the vomiting?
Are there any other symptoms accompanying the vomiting?
MS Questions
Have you experienced any changes in sensation or numbness?
How has your coordination and balance been recently?
Have you noticed any changes in vision or eye movements?
Do you have a family history of neurological conditions?
