NUR 339 Shadow Health John Larsen Case Study – Anxiety and Panic Attack

Chief Complaint NUR 339 Shadow Health John Larsen Case Study – Anxiety and Panic Attack Patient: John Larsen – Anxiety and Panic Attack • Finding: Established chief complaint Finding: Reports that he felt like he was "smothering" - sense of chest pressure (Found) Pro Tip: A patient's chief complaint establishes any illnesses or concerns they are presenting. Asking about the chief complaint will allow the patient to voice any concerns or symptoms the patient may have. Where do you feel the smothering sensation? Finding: Reports feeling rapid heartbeat (Found) Pro Tip: A patient's chief complaint establishes any illnesses or concerns they are presenting. Asking about the chief complaint will allow the patient to voice any concerns or symptoms the patient may have. Can you describe the smothering sensation? • Reports sweating and shivering (Available) Pro Tip: A patient's chief complaint establishes any illnesses or concerns they are presenting. Asking about the chief complaint will allow the patient to voice any concerns or symptoms the patient may have. Example Question: Can you describe the smothering sensation? • Finding: Reports shortness of breath (Found) Pro Tip: A patient's chief complaint establishes any illnesses or concerns they are presenting. Asking about the chief complaint will allow the patient to voice any concerns or symptoms the patient may have. Example Question: Do you ever get short of breath? • Finding: Asked about onset and duration of symptoms • Finding: Reports feeling started last night (Found) Pro Tip: Asking a patient about the length of their current health issues solicits information relevant to the history of their present illness. Details of their current complaint will help you follow-up on any present conditions or symptoms, such as the location of their pain or the amount of pain they may be experiencing.