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Terms in this set (767)
Chief Complaint Definition The reason why the patient came to see the physician.
Chief Complaint Abbreviation CC
History of Present Illness Abbreviation HPI
History of Present Illness Definition This is an explanation of the CC to determine the onset of the illness;
associated symptoms; what the patient has done to treat the condition, etc.
Past, Family and Social History Abbreviation PFSH
Past Medical History Definition Includes all health problems, major illnesses, surgeries the patient has had,
current medications complete with reasons for taking them, and allergies.
Family History Definition Summary of health problems of siblings, parents, and other blood relatives
that could alert the physician to hereditary and/or familial disease.
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Social History Definition Includes marital status, occupation, educational attainment, hobbies, use of
alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and lifestyles.
Review of Systems Abbreviation ROS
Review of Systems Definition This is an orderly and systematic check of each organ and system of the body
by questions. Both positive and pertinent negative findings are documented.
3 Body Processes Necessary for life are: Body Temperature, Respiration, Heart Function
4 Vital Signs of Body Function are: Temperature, Pulse, Respiration, Blood Pressure
Define Body Temperature Is a balance between heart production and heart loss in conjunction with
each other, maintained and regulated by the hypothalamus.
Thermometers Are used to measure temperature using the Fahrenheit and Centigrade or
Celsius scale.
Temperature Sites Mouth, Rectum, Ear (Tympanic Membrane), and the axilla (underarm).
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Normal Temperature Range for Rectal 98.6F to 100.6F
37.0C to 38.1C
Normal Temperature Range for Oral 97.6F to 99.6F
36.5C to 37.5C
Normal Temperature Range for Axillary 96.6F to 98.6F
35.9C to 37.0C
Normal Temperature Range for Tympanic Membrane 98.6 F
37 C
Define Febrile Presence of Fever
Define Afebrile Absence of Fever
Define Fever Elevated body temperature beyond normal range.
Intermittent Fever Fluctuating fever that returns to or below baseline then rises again.
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Terms in this set (767)
Chief Complaint Definition The reason why the patient came to see the physician.
Chief Complaint Abbreviation CC
History of Present Illness Abbreviation HPI
History of Present Illness Definition This is an explanation of the CC to determine the onset of the illness;
associated symptoms; what the patient has done to treat the condition, etc.
Past, Family and Social History Abbreviation PFSH
Past Medical History Definition Includes all health problems, major illnesses, surgeries the patient has had,
current medications complete with reasons for taking them, and allergies.
Family History Definition Summary of health problems of siblings, parents, and other blood relatives
that could alert the physician to hereditary and/or familial disease.
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Social History Definition Includes marital status, occupation, educational attainment, hobbies, use of
alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and lifestyles.
Review of Systems Abbreviation ROS
Review of Systems Definition This is an orderly and systematic check of each organ and system of the body
by questions. Both positive and pertinent negative findings are documented.
3 Body Processes Necessary for life are: Body Temperature, Respiration, Heart Function
4 Vital Signs of Body Function are: Temperature, Pulse, Respiration, Blood Pressure
Define Body Temperature Is a balance between heart production and heart loss in conjunction with
each other, maintained and regulated by the hypothalamus.
Thermometers Are used to measure temperature using the Fahrenheit and Centigrade or
Celsius scale.
Temperature Sites Mouth, Rectum, Ear (Tympanic Membrane), and the axilla (underarm).
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Normal Temperature Range for Rectal 98.6F to 100.6F
37.0C to 38.1C
Normal Temperature Range for Oral 97.6F to 99.6F
36.5C to 37.5C
Normal Temperature Range for Axillary 96.6F to 98.6F
35.9C to 37.0C
Normal Temperature Range for Tympanic Membrane 98.6 F
37 C
Define Febrile Presence of Fever
Define Afebrile Absence of Fever
Define Fever Elevated body temperature beyond normal range.
Intermittent Fever Fluctuating fever that returns to or below baseline then rises again.
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