Diagnostics Flashcards
1
Q
How are most Diseases diagnosed?
A
Through a Physical examination to confirm the symptoms described.
2
Q
Define History
A
The patients story of what’s been going on & why he/she came to the clinic.
3
Q
First reason of the 3 purposes for Screening
A
To Identify people as risk for certain diseases (pre diabetic conditions)
4
Q
Second reason of the 3 purposes for screening
A
To catch diseases early to improve the chances of healing (Pap Smear, PSA)
5
Q
Third reason of the 3 purposes for screening
A
To diagnose asymptomatic diseases so they can be treated early to delay progression & associated damage (High blood pressure)
