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A medical history includes information about the immunizations you have received to date, information about the health of your family members, and information about past health problems you have had
True or False - New patient interviews generally include questions about the patient's medical history, family history, social history, medications being taken, and include a review of body systems. true
What percentage of problems can be identified from a thorough medical history? 75
The patient has been a smoker but has recently quit. social history
The patient's mother had breast cancer and uncle had prostate cancer. family history
The patient had an appendectomy at age 16 and recently was treated for strep throat. previous history
The patient takes a multivitamin every morning along with allergy medication to help with seasonal allergies. current history
The patient works as an electrician for a local building company. social history
The medical history section includes questions regarding the patient’s past medical history, present physical condition,: chronic conditions, allergies, and current medications being taken.
The goal of obtaining medical history information from a dental patient is to ensure all of the following except: provide information regarding medical care to be delivered by the dentist.
Which medical history component would include a patient's occupation? social history
Important information about a patient's medical history and present conditions is found in the patient's chart
As a doctor goes through the diagnostic process, they look at an individual’s medical history, current symptoms, and the results of physical exams, routine testing, and blood work. They then develop a list of possible diseases or disorders based on this i differential diagnosis
Why does your doctor ask about your family's medical history? to know what medical predispositions you may have
A thorough medical history can provide all of the following EXCEPT: the patients insurance
When the right venticle contracts where is the blood headed? pulmonary artery
An important function of the digestive system is to: absorb nutrients
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