Sensible Medicine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

I feel most like I am “among my people” discussing diagnostic dilemmas with my team post call. What makes a diagnostic dilemma? Diagnostic dilemmas are those which occupy the other three squares of a 2X2 table. 2 Common puzzles test diagnostic reasoning. These unsolved chronic problems are never easy.

Diagnostics 172

Diagnostics Physical Exams Tests Medical History 172

Sensible Medicine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Old-fashioned doctors spend whatever time it takes to obtain a good medical history and physical examination. The history and physical exam is not something to be fetishized but something to be recognized as a time saver. An exam finding does, on occasion, make you feel more comfortable with your diagnosis.

Physical Exams 294

Physical Exams Tests Diagnostics Discharges 294

Sensible Medicine

OCTOBER 6, 2023

As an EBM and diagnostic reasoning obsessive, I often see this as a 2X2 table with the patients knowledge in the columns and the doctors as the rows: Most commonly, both doctor and patient know when the end of life is near — square A. This is what everyone fears, square D. ” This is a rare situation.

Hospice 270

Hospice Diagnostics Physical Exams Vital Signs 270

Sensible Medicine

OCTOBER 6, 2023

As an EBM and diagnostic reasoning obsessive, I often see this as a 2X2 table with the patients knowledge in the columns and the doctors as the rows: Most commonly, both doctor and patient know when the end of life is near — square A. This is what everyone fears, square D. ” This is a rare situation.

Hospice 130

Hospice Diagnostics Physical Exams Vital Signs 130

Valant

JULY 24, 2024

The information recorded may include symptoms, medical history, test results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescription medications, and progress made at appointments. Plan : Further diagnostic tests and other tasks are included here, along with proposed treatment including patient education, medications, further therapy, and so on.

Medical History 98

Medical History Physical Exams Vital Signs Documentation 98

We Care Online

OCTOBER 28, 2024

While video calls allow for visual assessments, certain aspects of a physical exam—such as checking vital signs, palpating areas of pain, or listening to a patient’s heart and lungs—cannot be replicated remotely. This limitation means that telehealth may not be suitable for all medical concerns.

Follow-Up 58

Follow-Up Appointments Physical Exams Vital Signs 58

MedQuest College

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Support During Diagnostic Procedures Veterinary technicians play a crucial role in supporting diagnostic procedures during emergencies. – Performing Diagnostic Tests: Operating imaging equipment like X-rays or ultrasounds to help diagnose internal injuries or conditions.

Emergency Response 59

Emergency Response Vital Signs Diagnostics Physical Exams 59