GI History Flashcards
1
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GI examination - associated features
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Associated Features
Abdominal pain
Heartburn, acid regurgitation, waterbrash
Nausea & vomiting
Haematemesis
Dysphagia (difficulty), odynophagia (pain)
Change in bowel habits – constipation or diarrhoea
Melena, hematochezia
Jaundice, dark urine, pale stools, pruritis
2
Q
Other factors to consider
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- Weight loss or gain
- Appetite
- Fatigue, tiredness, malaise
- Rashes
- Fever, night sweats
- Disrupted sleep pattern
3
Q
Sexual and menstrual history
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Sexual & Menstrual History
• If relevant
4
Q
Past Medical History
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Past Medical History
• Current medical conditions
• IBD, past GI bleeds, Coeliac’s disease
• Past surgeries & hospitalisations
5
Q
Current medications and allergies
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Current Medications & Allergies • Prescription • OTC – NSAIDs • Herbal, complementary • Allergies & what the reaction was
6
Q
Family Hx
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Family History
• Bowel cancer, IBD
7
Q
Social History
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Social History • Social supports, living conditions • Occupation – exposure to hepatotoxins, needle stick injury • Alcohol - detailed • Smoking • Overseas travel • Tattoos • Illicit drug use • Diet
8
Q
Systems Review
A
Systems Review
• Cardiovascular
• Neurological
