Chamberlain University | Advanced Clinical
Reasoning & DDx Guide
, 1. Patient Profile
Name: James Taylor
Age: 39 years
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Occupation: Warehouse supervisor
Insurance: Public insurance
Source: Outpatient primary care clinic
2. Chief Complaint
"I've been having shortness of breath for the last three days, and it's getting worse."
3. History of Present Illness (HPI)
James Taylor reports:
Onset: 3 days ago
Course: Gradually worsening