PSYCH C487 Shadow Health John Larsen STUDY GUIDE

PSYCH C487 Shadow Health John Larsen STUDY GUIDE Patient: John Larsen – Anxiety and Panic Attack Chief Complaint • 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?