Week #5: Evaluation, Diagnosis, and
Management of a 42- Year-Old Male
Presenting With Acute Onset Watery
Diarrhea, Moderate Dehydration, and
Electrolyte Imbalances in an Outpatient
Clinic With Laboratory Capabilities
, Comprehensive i-Human Case Study – Week #5
Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Management of a 42-Year-Old Male With Acute
Watery Diarrhea, Moderate Dehydration, and Electrolyte Imbalances
Patient Identification
Name: J.D. (initials only)
Age: 42 years
Gender: Male
Race/Ethnicity: Not specified
Date of Visit: Day of presentation
Setting: Outpatient primary care clinic with laboratory services
Source of History: Patient (reliable)
Chief Complaint (CC)
“I’ve had nonstop watery diarrhea for the past two days and feel very weak and
dizzy.”