Study these case notes.

What questions might the doctor have asked to

~ obtain the information they contain?

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SURNAME :f"""", FIRST NAMES Robttf I

AGE 4K SEX (VI MARITAL STATUS S
OCCUPATION E.;ltkr
PRESENT COMPLAINT
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Also 'I, h<j~ off ",1.....- Mti '$I"
I
POINTS OF NOTE
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b)

SURNAME Womv FIRST NAMES

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AGE .3'! SEX F MARITAL STATUS D
OCCUPATION T!i><Nr
PRESENT COMPLAINT
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lloj>1.ssW L PO"', iO~~ L~

Work in pai rs and try to recreate the consu ltation. Si udent A should start.

U A: Play the part of the pat ients. Use the case notes as prompts.

B: Play the part of the doctor. rind ou l what the pallent is complaining of.
Do not look at the case notes.

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 Section 4 Case history: William Hudson

In this section in each unit we will follow the medical history of William
Hud son. In this extract he is visiting hi s new doctor for the first time. As
you listen, complete the personal details and Present Complain t section of
the case notes below.

SURNAME H.xIson FIRST NAMES will""", H~

AGE SEX MARITAL STATUS

OCCUPATION

PRESENT COMPLAINT

Work in pairs and try to recreate the consu ltation. Student A should start.

U A: Play the part of William Hudson. Use Ihe case notes to help you.

B: Play the part of the doctor. Find out what the pat ient is complaining o f.
Do not look at the case notes.

The case of William Hudson cont inues in Un lt 2.

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