HPI Flashcards
1
Q
Onset
A
When did this first start? Suddenly? Gradually?
2
Q
Location
A
Where is the pain or concern? Does it radiate/go anywhere?
3
Q
Duration
A
How long has this been going on?
4
Q
Character
A
Is it a sharp pain, dull, irritation? How would you describe it?
5
Q
Aggravating factors
A
What makes it worse?
6
Q
Associated Symptoms
A
Other symptoms?
7
Q
Relieving factors
A
What makes it better? Meds tried?
8
Q
Timing
A
Constant, intermittent, worse at a certain time?
9
Q
Severity
A
1-10 pain scale
