PATIENTS CASE STUDY
History & Physical Exam –
All History Questions
How can I help you today?
When did your cough start?
Do you have any other symptoms or concerns that we should discuss?
Are you taking any over-the-counter or herbal medications?
Does anything make your cough better or worse?
What are the events surrounding the start of your cough?
Do you have any allergies?
When did your sore throat start?
what treatments have you had for your sore throat?
How severe is your sore throat?
does anything make your sore throat better or worse?
When did your headache start?
Hoe severe(1-10 scale) is your headache?
Does anything make your headache better or worse?
Are you taking prescription medications?
Are you coughing up any sputum?
Have you had a flu shot this year?
have you had any contact with other sick people?
Do you have problem with dizziness, faintng, spinning room, seizures, weakness,
numbness, tingling, or tremor?