Diagnosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the anatomic approach?
A
Diagnosis based on anatomic structures in the region
2
Q
What is the systems approach?
A
Going through each body system
3
Q
What is the possibilistic approach?
A
Consider all diseases equally likely
4
Q
What is the probabilistic approach?
A
Most common; diagnosis likely based on clinical presentation; highest pre-test probability
5
Q
What is the prognostic approach?
A
Consider conditions that will kill the patient
6
Q
What is the pragmatic approach?
A
Diagnosis most responsive to treatment
7
Q
What is the active alternative?
A
Serious and treatable-includes must not miss diagnosis
