Risk Factor Histories

Question 1

What questions must you cover in a smoking history?

Answer 1

1. Are they a current smoker
2. When did they start
3. When did they stop
4. Cigarettes, roll-ups or cigars
5. How many per day (1/2 ounce = 20 cigarettes, 30g = 40 cigarettes)
6. Have they ever smoked more or less
7. Does anyone in their house smoke
8. Have they ever tried to give up

Question 2

What should be covered in an allergen exposure history?

Answer 2

Any pets - cats, dogs, rodents, birds

Asbestos

Job type

Smoking history