Similar Words Flashcards
Client intake
The process of the client filling out a health history form, conducting an initial client interview, answering questions from the client, and developing a plan for treatment.
Example sentence: The client intake process is crucial for understanding the client’s needs and creating a personalized treatment plan.
Client interview
The initial interview in which the therapist gathers information about the client’s state of health and the client expresses his/her wants and needs in order to develop an effective session plan.
Example sentence: The client interview helps establish a strong therapist-client relationship and ensures the session plan meets the client’s goals.
Health history form
A document that clients complete before their first session that provides personal contact information, current health conditions, medications.
Example sentence: The health history form is essential for therapists to have a comprehensive understanding of the client’s health history and any potential contraindications.
Signs
The objective evidence of a disease, condition, or physical disturbance gathered through assessment by the practitioner.
Example sentence: Signs such as elevated blood pressure or abnormal skin color can help therapists identify potential health issues during client assessment.
Symptoms
The subjective evidence of a disease, condition, or physical disturbance reported by the client.
Example sentence: Symptoms like pain, fatigue, or nausea are important indicators that help therapists understand the client’s experience and tailor treatment accordingly.
The process of collecting information about the client, interpreting that information, and using it to make safe and effective treatment plans.
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