History Taking

Question 1

What are the main areas of history taking?

Answer 1

1. Chief Complaint
2. Medical History
3. Drug History
4. Family History
5. Allergies
6. Surgical History
7. Social History - e.g. smoking etc..

Question 2

Describe SOLER

Answer 2

S - sit square facing the patient
O - open body position
L - lean slightly forward
E - eye contact
R - relaxed