How to take a Locomotor History Flashcards
1
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main topics to ask about
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1 - Evolution of condition
2 - Current symptoms
3 - Involvement of other organ symptoms
4 - Impact of lifestyle
2
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Evolution of condition questions
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- Acute or chronic?
- Associated events
- Response to treatment
3
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Current symptoms questions
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- Pain
- Stiffness
- Swelling
- Pattern of joint involvement
4
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Involvement of other organ symptoms questions
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- E.g. Skin, lung, eye or kidney symptoms
* Any symptom of malaise, weight loss, fevers or night sweats?
5
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Impact of lifestyle questions
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- Patient’s needs/ aspirations
- Details of any functional impairment
- Ability to adapt with functional loss
