Past medical history Flashcards
1
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Aim of Past medical history
A
Find out about relevant past medical and surgical problems
2
Q
Example
A
May be related to current illness i.e. a history of appendectomy will help to rule out appendix as source of abdominal pain. May also judge organ reserve if an operation is likely.
3
Q
How should a list of operations and illnesses’ requiring hospitalisation as well as any chronic illnesses be ordered?
A
Chronologically
