History-Taking for Wellness Exams, Episodic Visits, and Chronic Care Management Flashcards
What does the scope and degree of detail in history-taking depend on?
the chief concern
complexity of the medical condition
clinician’s goals for the visit
What is the purpose of a wellness exam?
preventing illness, disease, and health problems
detecting problems at an early stage
General components of a wellness exam
- comprehensive, culturally sensitive history and physical
- anticipatory guidance
- addressing risk factors
- motivational interviewing to reduce identified risk factors
- ordering appropriate immunizations and laboratory/diagnostic procedures
How does a wellness exam differ from a episodic visit or chronic care management visit?
wellness exams are focused on risk factors NOT a presenting problem
What should PMH include for a wellness exam?
- past medical conditions, hospitalizations, surgeries, injuries
- medications or supplements be observant of opiate use
- allergies
PMH for women should include
- menstrual history
- gynecological history
- sexual history
- obstetric history
Who should be included in a family history?
patient’s grandparents, parents, siblings, and children
What should be asked during a menstrual history exam?
age of menarche, length and frequency of cycle, type and amount of flow, associated symptoms, FDLMP, menopause, any hormone replacement therapy
What should be asked during a gynecological history exam?
last pap smear and results, abnormal vaginal discharge, dryness, lesions
What should be asked during a sexual history exam?
- sexual history: number of partners, preference, abuse history, safety, STI, contraception method
What should be asked during a obstetric history exam?
GPA or TPAL, complications during pregnancy or labor, vaginal, induced, or c-section, fertility
What should be reviewed during a family history of a wellness exam??
health status of family members, pattern of disease(s), cause of death
What is included in a social history of a wellness exam?
age and gender appropriate review of: marital status living arrangement home conditions social support occupational history drug use alcohol intake smoking/tobacco history religious/spiritual ideals cultural preference sexual history
What is the purpose of a ROS?
to gather essential information on current or potential disease processes that may otherwise go unnoticed
What is important to consider when obtaining a history on a patient with a disability?
The patient is the expert.
What are special considerations for older adults during a wellness exam?
medication appropriateness functional assessment (ADLs, fall risk, home safety) cognitive function advanced directives/POAs risk for depression