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She has no tobacco use.  She has rare alcohol use.  She has three children and is a widow.  Her husband died after they were married only eight years.  She is retired.

I have three wonderful children.

Doctor: Hello, nice to meet you, miss. I will be taking care of you today. Before we start, can I get to know you a bit? I like to know who I am treating.
Patient: Hello, nice to meet you. Of course. Um, what can I say? I am a recent widow. My husband passed when we were married for only eight years. I am also retired and loving every minute of it.
Doctor: I am sorry to hear that, but I am glad you are happy after retirement. Do you celebrate your infinite days off with a drink or a cigarette?
Patient: No, I do not smoke. I drink occasionally, but it is very rare.
Doctor: Do you have any children that you spend your time with?
Patient: I have three wonderful children.

The conversation indicates a routine interaction with a patient about her lifestyle and personal background. There is no immediate health crisis, medical emergency, or high-stakes decision involved. The topic is non-urgent and centers around understanding the patient's personal life, which is standard in establishing a rapport in a medical setting.


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Hypersensitivity to Coumadin.

No.

Doctor: Your bloodwork came back from the Coumadin sensitivity test. The results showed a high level of sensitivity. I am going to adjust your dosage of Coumadin to a much lower dose. This will help reduce the bruising and the bleeding episodes. Do you have any questions?
Patient: No.

The situation involves adjusting medication for hypersensitivity to Coumadin, which is a blood thinner used to prevent blood clots. High sensitivity to such a medication can lead to serious and potentially life-threatening complications such as excessive bleeding. Therefore, proper dosage management is crucial to patient safety.

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Divorced. Lives with children. No spontaneous abortions. Denied ETOH/Tobacco/Illicit Drug use.

Are you married?

I'm divorced.

Do you have any kids?

Any abnormal pregnancy. Any abortions?

No, none of them.

No.

Doctor: Are you married?
Patient: I'm divorced.
Doctor: Do you have any kids?
Patient: Yes, I have two boys and they live with me.
Doctor: Any abnormal pregnancy. Any abortions?
Patient: No, none of them.
Doctor: Do you smoke or consume alcohol or have ever used any illicit drug?
Patient: No.

The conversation consists of standard medical history questions asked during routine medical appointments. The user's responses involve personal but typical background information commonly used for patient records. There are no indications of immediate life-threatening situations or urgent health concerns, and the stakes involved are minimal, as it focuses on gathering baseline health and lifestyle information.


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Positive for hypertension, diabetes, and cancer.  Negative for heart disease, obesity or stroke.

No, I am okay.

Yeah, that I know.

No, I don't have any heart condition.

No.

Hm.

Doctor: I am afraid, I don't have better news for you, your reports confirm cancer.
Patient: We were suspecting it all along, but now since it is confirmed it's just hard to accept.
Doctor: I am sorry, I totally understand. Do you want some time?
Patient: No, I am okay.
Doctor: Hm, you also have hypertension and diabetes.
Patient: Yeah, that I know.
Doctor: Did you have any chest pain or shortness of breath or uneasiness?
Patient: No, I don't have any heart condition.
Doctor: Okay and no dizziness or loss of consciousness or stroke like symptoms?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Okay. Well, your B M I looks fine, that means you are not overweight.
Patient: Hm.

The patient has been diagnosed with cancer, which is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition. Moreover, they have pre-existing conditions like hypertension and diabetes, which can complicate their overall health management. Considering these factors, the situation is high-stakes in terms of the patient's health and well-being. Their mental and emotional response to the diagnosis also adds to the stakes as acceptance and effective treatment planning are critical.


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She is allergic to Sulfa.

Any known allergies?

Oh yes, I cannot take Sulfa drugs.

Let me add that to your record.

Doctor: Any known allergies?
Patient: Oh yes, I cannot take Sulfa drugs.
Doctor: Let me add that to your record.

The user mentions an allergy to Sulfa drugs, which is critical information for managing medical prescriptions. It is high-stakes because prescribing a Sulfa drug to a person with an allergy could lead to serious health consequences. It is important for this information to be accurately recorded and communicated to prevent potential harm.


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She lives with her boyfriend.  The patient has a history of heavy tobacco and alcohol abuse for many years.

So where do you stay?

I stay nearby in my apartment.

Alone?

No, I stay with my boyfriend.

Okay, and do you smoke and drink?

Both.

Oh! And for how many years?

Hm. And alcohol?

Hm.

Doctor: So where do you stay?
Patient: I stay nearby in my apartment.
Doctor: Alone?
Patient: No, I stay with my boyfriend.
Doctor: Okay, and do you smoke and drink?
Patient: Both.
Doctor: And how much would say you smoke per day?
Patient: Well, I smoke a lot. Seven to eight packs per day.
Doctor: Oh! And for how many years?
Patient: I don't remember exactly but for many, many years, I have a long history of chain smoking.
Doctor: Hm. And alcohol?
Patient: Same, I drink heavily. I have been drinking for many years.
Doctor: Hm.

The patient reports extremely high levels of tobacco and alcohol consumption over many years, which are significant risk factors for numerous serious health conditions, including cancer, liver disease, and cardiovascular diseases. The prolonged and heavy usage makes it a high-stakes situation as it could lead to severe or life-threatening health issues if not addressed. Providing appropriate advice or intervention can have a critical impact on the patient's health.


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I have a lot of swelling in my legs.

Hello, how are you?

I am not so good.

Oh, what is going on with you?

Hm, okay.

Doctor: Hello, how are you?
Patient: I am not so good.
Doctor: Oh, what is going on with you?
Patient: Well, I have lot of swelling in my legs.
Doctor: Hm, okay.

Swelling in the legs can be a symptom of various conditions, some of which are serious like heart failure, kidney disease, or venous insufficiency. This warrants a careful and prompt medical evaluation to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment, making it a high-stakes situation.


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The patient is married with five children and lives with his wife. He is a retired engineer and real estate broker. He denies tobacco use. He drinks alcohol occasionally with up to three drinks a week. No history of drug abuse.

What do you do for a living?

Wonderful, do you have any children?

Yes, five in total, it's a full house.

Fantastic, do you drink or smoke?

I don't smoke, but I drink a little.

Um, I'd say up to three drinks a week.

No, never anything like that.

Doctor: What do you do for a living?
Patient: Actually, I'm retired now, but I was an engineer, and I did some real estate brokering as well on the side.
Doctor: Wow, that's a lot. Congratulations on your retirement!
Patient: Thank you, now I get to spend more time with my wife.
Doctor: Wonderful, do you have any children?
Patient: Yes, five in total, it's a full house.
Doctor: Fantastic, do you drink or smoke?
Patient: I don't smoke, but I drink a little.
Doctor: How many drinks would you say you have a week?
Patient: Um, I'd say up to three drinks a week.
Doctor: Okay, and is there any history of drug or illicit substance abuse, sir?
Patient: No, never anything like that.

The conversation involves routine personal and medical history questions typically asked by a medical assistant. There is no indication of any imminent medical condition or emergency mentioned by the patient. The patient leads a low-risk lifestyle in terms of alcohol and substance use, and there is no indication of high-stakes health issues being discussed. Medical professionals routinely gather this type of information as part of standard patient assessments.


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1.    Atrial fibrillation. 2.    Dizziness.

Yes, rhythm problem is bad.

And no dizziness?

Yes. I do.

Okay well...

1.    Atrial fibrillation. 2.    Dizziness.

Doctor: You have atrial fibrillation from the past?
Patient: Yes, rhythm problem is bad.
Doctor: And no dizziness?
Patient: Yes. I do.
Doctor: Okay well...

Atrial fibrillation is a serious medical condition that involves an irregular and often rapid heart rate, which can increase the risk of strokes, heart failure, and other heart-related complications. The user has confirmed experiencing dizziness, which can be a symptom associated with atrial fibrillation and may indicate inadequate blood flow or other complications. Therefore, this situation is high-stakes because it can have significant health implications if not managed properly.


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Essentially negative other than he has had C. difficile in the recent past.

Have you seen your lab results?

No, do you have those in today?

Doctor: Have you seen your lab results?
Patient: No, do you have those in today?
Doctor: Yes, I have them right here. They're essentially negative, except it appears that you had C difficile in the past. Do you remember that?
Patient: Yes, I got it when I worked at a hospital after graduating.
Doctor: Yeah, its unfortunately more common there.

The situation describes a patient receiving lab results. While lab results can be critical, in this case, the assistant indicates that the results are 'essentially negative,' suggesting no immediate health concern. Mentioning a past C. difficile infection could be informative for future care but does not signify an urgent or high-risk situation at this moment.


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This 30 y/o RHM was in good health until 7/93, when he began experiencing RUE weakness and neck pain. He was initially treated by a chiropractor and, after an unspecified length of time, developed atrophy and contractures of his right hand. He then went to a local neurosurgeon and a cervical spine CT scan, 9/25/92, revealed an intramedullary lesion at C2-3 and an extramedullary lesion at C6-7. He underwent a C6-T1 laminectomy with exploration and decompression of the spinal cord. His clinical condition improved over a 3 month post-operative period, and then progressively worsened. He developed left sided paresthesia and upper extremity weakness (right worse than left). He then developed ataxia, nausea, vomiting, and hyperreflexia. On 8/31/93, MRI C-spine showed diffuse enlargement of the cervical and thoracic spine and multiple enhancing nodules in the posterior fossa. On 9/1/93, he underwent suboccipital craniotomy with tumor excision, decompression, and biopsy which was consistent with hemangioblastoma. His symptoms stabilized and he underwent 5040 cGy in 28 fractions to his brain and 3600 cGy in 20 fractions to his cervical and thoracic spinal cord from 9/93 through 1/19/94. He was evaluated in the NeuroOncology clinic on 10/26/95 for consideration of chemotherapy. He complained of progressive proximal weakness of all four extremities and dysphagia. He had difficulty putting on his shirt and raising his arms, and he had been having increasing difficulty with manual dexterity (e.g. unable to feed himself with utensils). He had difficulty going down stairs, but could climb stairs. He had no bowel or bladder incontinence or retention.

Yes doctor, that's correct.

I use my right hand for everything.

What were your initial symptoms?

That means tumor, right?

Yes sir. Did you have neck surgery?

Yeah, I have the op notes right here.

Did you have any weakness, sir?

Yeah, I had weakness in both my arms.

Was one side worse than the other?

How much weakness was there?

Can you go up and down stairs?

No, not really, but I can climb them.

Yeah, no problems there.

They were considering doing chemo.

Doctor: Before we begin today, sir, I just need a few pieces of background information. I see here on my chart that you're thirty years old, is that correct?
Patient: Yes doctor, that's correct.
Doctor: Okay, and which hand is your dominant hand?
Patient: I use my right hand for everything.
Doctor: Now, take me through the timeline of your symptoms, please. When did everything start?
Patient: I was doing well until July of nineteen ninety three.
Doctor: What were your initial symptoms?
Patient: I began having weakness in my right arm, and there was some neck pain too.
Doctor: Okay, when these symptoms began, how did you manage them?
Patient: At first, I went to a chiropractor, but after a while my arm started atrophying, and my right hand felt tight. I couldn't extend all my fingers out.
Doctor: Once you noticed the atrophy and contractures, that's the tightness you were experiencing, how were you treated?
Patient: After that, I went to a neurosurgeon close to my house, and he ordered an, um, C T scan of my neck.
Doctor: Okay, do you have the report of that C T Scan with you today?
Patient: Yes, doctor, I have it right here. They were one on the twenty fifth of September in ninety two.
Doctor: Thank you, okay, this shows an intramedullary lesion at C two three, and an extramedullary lesion at C six seven.
Patient: That means tumor, right?
Doctor: Yes sir. Did you have neck surgery?
Patient: Yeah, I have the op notes right here.
Doctor: Okay, just so you know, you had a C six T one laminectomy, and they decompressed the spinal cord. How did you respond to this surgery?
Patient: Well, honestly, I improved for about three months following the operation, but after that I just got worse and worse.
Doctor: Once your symptoms worsened, what happened?
Patient: Um, I started having this burning sensation on my left side.
Doctor: Did you have any weakness, sir?
Patient: Yeah, I had weakness in both my arms.
Doctor: Was one side worse than the other?
Patient: Yes, my right side was worse than my left.
Doctor: In addition to the burning and weakness, did you have any other symptoms?
Patient: Um, I had really bad balance, I felt nauseous, like I was going to throw up at all times, which I did do some, and, um, my heart was beating really fast, and my blood pressure went up really high.
Doctor: After all these symptoms began, how were you treated?
Patient: On, um, August thirty first nineteen ninety three I had an M R I of my neck, and I have that report right here, too.
Doctor: Thank you, this shows diffuse enlargement of the cervical and thoracic spine and multiple enhancing nodules in the posterior fossa.
Patient: Sorry to interrupt, what does all that mean?
Doctor: Well, that's more tumors in the spine. Did you have another surgery for this?
Patient: Yeah, I had brain surgery. I have those notes right here, too.
Doctor: Okay, so you had a suboccipital craniotomy with tumor excision, decompression, and biopsy. The biopsy showed hemangioblastoma.
Patient: That's cancer, right? This was all done on September first of nineteen ninety three.
Doctor: Well no, not exactly, it's a benign tumor. After this surgery how were your symptoms?
Patient: I felt good, the doctors said I stabilized out. I went through some radiation procedures from September of ninety three to January nineteenth of ninety four.
Doctor: How have your symptoms progressed since?
Patient: I went to the NeuroOncology clinic on October twenty sixth nineteen ninety five because I was having weakness in both arms and both legs, as well as trouble swallowing food.
Doctor: How much weakness was there?
Patient: It was so bad I couldn't even put on a shirt, or raise my arms, or even feed myself.
Doctor: Can you go up and down stairs?
Patient: No, not really, but I can climb them.
Doctor: How about going to the bathroom, is everything normal there?
Patient: Yeah, no problems there.
Doctor: Good, and what did the doctor at that clinic recommend?
Patient: They were considering doing chemo.

The patient's condition involves severe neurological symptoms and potential hemangioblastoma tumors in the spine and brain, which have caused significant functional impairment, including weakness in all four limbs and difficulty swallowing. While the tumor is benign, the symptoms and their impact on quality of life make this situation very serious. The involvement of multiple surgeries, radiation, and considerations for chemotherapy indicate that managing the condition may be complex and critical, which heightens the stakes.


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Denied Tobacco/ETOH/illicit drug use.

Do you drink alcohol?

No, none of those.

That's a good thing.

Yeah.

Doctor: Do you drink alcohol?
Patient: Nope! I use to occasionally, very long time ago. But not anymore.
Doctor: Okay and how bout cigarettes? Do you smoke or vape?
Patient: No, none of those.
Doctor: And no drugs and stuff, right? No snorting, I V or anything right?
Patient: Right, I don't do drugs either, never did. Even though pot is legal here, I never ever felt like trying.
Doctor: That's a good thing.
Patient: Yeah.

The conversation is about the patient's lifestyle choices regarding substances (alcohol, tobacco, and drugs). The stakes are not high as the user denies current or past usage, and the conversation does not indicate any immediate health concerns or risks.


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Detox from heroin.

Do you have a history of drug use?

Well yes. I am detoxing.

What kind of drugs have you been using?

Heroin.

Okay. How long have you been using?

Doctor: You do not look so well today. What seems to be the problem?
Patient: Well‚ I am having a hard time. My whole body aches and I am in pain.
Doctor: Do you have a history of drug use?
Patient: Well yes. I am detoxing.
Doctor: What kind of drugs have you been using?
Patient: Heroin.
Doctor: Okay. How long have you been using?
Patient: I don't feel well. Maybe a year. I can't sleep or eat.
Doctor: Have you had a fever, chills, vomiting or diarrhea?
Patient: I think I have a fever. I feel chilled. I have had some diarrhea.

The situation involves a patient detoxing from heroin, which is a high-stakes medical scenario. The patient is experiencing symptoms such as fever, chills, and diarrhea, which could indicate withdrawal complications. Heroin withdrawal can be dangerous, sometimes leading to severe health issues. Immediate medical attention and support are crucial for safety and recovery.


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This 61y/o RHF experienced a 2-3 minute episode of lightheadedness while driving home from the dentist in 5/92. In 11/92, while eating breakfast, she suddenly experienced vertigo. This was immediately followed by nausea and several episodes of vomiting. The vertigo lasted 2-3minutes. She retired to her room for a 2 hour nap after vomiting. When she awoke, the symptoms had resolved. On 1/13/93 she had an episode of right arm numbness lasting 4-5hours. There was no associated weakness, HA, dysarthria, dysphagia, visual change, vertigo or lightheadedness.

What brings you in today, miss?

When did you go to the dentist?

It was in May last year.

How long did the episode last?

About two to three minutes.

How long did the vertigo last?

Have you had any other dizzy episodes?

Are you left handed, or right?

I am right handed.

No.

No.

No.

No.

Doctor: What brings you in today, miss?
Patient: I haven't been feeling well since I went to the dentist.
Doctor: When did you go to the dentist?
Patient: It was in May last year.
Doctor: What happened at the dentist? Also, sorry, but how old are you.
Patient: It was after I left the dentist. I was driving home, and I got lightheaded. I was so lightheaded that I had to pull over.
Doctor: How long did the episode last?
Patient: About two to three minutes.
Doctor: Is this the only time that this has happened?
Patient: No. In November last year, I was in the middle of eating breakfast when I got dizzy. I was so dizzy that I was nauseous, and I threw up several times. I was so exhausted from the dizziness and throwing up that I went to my room and took a two hour nap. I felt better and back to normal after I woke up from my nap.
Doctor: How long did the vertigo last?
Patient: It lasted about two to three minutes. So, about the same amount of time.
Doctor: Have you had any other dizzy episodes?
Patient: No I didn't but in January on the thirteenth my right arm went numb. It lasted for about four to five hours.
Doctor: Are you left handed, or right?
Patient: I am right handed.
Doctor: Have you experienced any slurred speech or trouble swallowing?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Have you had any continuing weakness other than the time in January?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Have you experienced any headaches or visual changes?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any continuing vertigo or lightheadedness?
Patient: No.

The patient, a 61-year-old, has had multiple episodes of concerning symptoms: lightheadedness while driving, sudden vertigo with nausea and vomiting, and an episode of right arm numbness lasting several hours. These could be indicative of serious underlying conditions like transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), inner ear disorders, or other neurological issues. Given the patient's age and the nature of symptoms, there's a potential risk for conditions like stroke or other cardiovascular events. Immediate and thorough medical evaluation is warranted to rule out any high-stakes conditions.


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Otherwise, negative.

Have you ever had surgery?

No, not that I can remember.

Nope, never had anything done.

Doctor: Have you ever had surgery?
Patient: No, not that I can remember.
Doctor: No gallbladder or appendix removal, c sections, or joint replacements?
Patient: Nope, never had anything done.

The conversation is part of a routine medical history check, which is a standard and low-stakes situation. The user is simply recounting their surgical history, or lack thereof, which is typical for medical intake and does not involve any immediate risk or high-consequence decision-making.


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Noncontributory.

Anybody sick in family?

No one.

No, everyone is healthy.

Doctor: Anybody sick in family?
Patient: No one.
Doctor: How about any illnesses that run in your family?
Patient: No, everyone is healthy.

The situation involves a routine medical history inquiry and the patient reporting no known family-related health issues. This is part of standard medical practice, generally not involving immediate risk or high-pressure decision-making. Therefore, it is low-stakes.


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Mother is 50 and healthy.  Dad is 40 and healthy.  Half-sister, age 34, is healthy.  She has a sister who is age 10 who has some yeast infections.

That's great to hear. How old are they?

My mom is fifty, and my dad is forty.

Wonderful, do you have any siblings?

How old are they?

Doctor: Can you tell me more about your parents, please? How are they doing?
Patient: Thank you for asking, they're both doing very well. They're very healthy.
Doctor: That's great to hear. How old are they?
Patient: My mom is fifty, and my dad is forty.
Doctor: Wonderful, do you have any siblings?
Patient: Yeah, I have two sisters, one is a half sister, and the other we have the same mom and dad.
Doctor: How old are they?
Patient: My half sister and I have the same mom, and she's thirty four. My other sister is ten.
Doctor: Do they have any history of medical conditions that you know about?
Patient: My half sister, um, no. My other sister has had some yeast infections.

The situation involves a medical assistant gathering family medical history. While it includes a health detail about the user's younger sister having yeast infections, this is common and typically not severe. The discussion seems to be part of routine health history taking, which is generally low-stakes, but it could become higher stakes if the conversation leads to discovering a pattern or connection to other health issues. However, given the current information, it remains low-stakes.


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History of migraine.

Yes, that's correct.

Doctor: And you mentioned that you have a history of migraine?
Patient: Yes, that's correct.

Discussing a history of migraines typically does not constitute an immediate high-stakes situation. It's important information for providing appropriate care but does not usually imply a direct threat to the user's health at this moment.


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On the day of presentation, this 72 y/o RHM suddenly developed generalized weakness and lightheadedness, and could not rise from a chair. Four hours later he experienced sudden left hand numbness lasting two hours. There were no other associated symptoms except for the generalized weakness and lightheadedness. He denied vertigo. He had been experiencing falling spells without associated LOC up to several times a month for the past year.

How're you doing today, sir?

Uh I'm hanging in there.

Is this new for you?

Are you right or left handed?

Right handed.

No.

Doctor: How're you doing today, sir?
Patient: Uh I'm hanging in there.
Doctor: I see that you've recently celebrated your seventy second birthday.
Patient: Yep. My kids and grandkids threw me a surprise party. It was really nice.
Doctor: Aw surprises are always fun. However, I'm sorry to hear that you're not doing that well today.
Patient: Yeah, me too. The other day, I had a lot of difficulty getting up from my chair because of weakness all over and a lightheadedness I can't seem to explain.
Doctor: Is this new for you?
Patient: Um I mean I've had falling spells several times a month for the past year, but I've always been able to get myself up one way or another.
Doctor: Do you remember losing consciousness during any of those episodes?
Patient: Not that I recall. I've noticed I'm a lot weaker than before so maybe that's why I keep falling more frequently.
Doctor: I see. Do you experience room spinning dizziness at all?
Patient: No. I also forgot to mention that four hours after not being able to get up from my chair, my left hand became numb for about two hours.
Doctor: Are you right or left handed?
Patient: Right handed.
Doctor: And besides what you've mentioned to me so far, no other symptoms of concern?
Patient: No.

The situation involves a 72-year-old patient experiencing sudden symptoms such as generalized weakness, lightheadedness, and transient numbness in the left hand. These symptoms are concerning for potential cardiovascular or neurological events, such as a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Due to the patient's age and symptom profile, there is a significant risk of a serious medical event, which makes this a high-stakes situation that requires prompt evaluation by a medical professional.


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Activity is as tolerated.  Diet is as tolerated.

How are you feeling?

No.

Doctor: How are you feeling?
Patient: I feel good. I feel like I am getting stronger every day.
Doctor: Great! I would like you to continue your exercises at home but please take it slow. Try to stick to the diet we discussed for the next month. Do you have any questions?
Patient: No.

The user is reporting feeling good and stronger each day, suggesting recovery or improvement. The assistant advises continuing exercises and maintaining a diet, indicating this is part of routine follow-up care rather than an emergency or critical situation. The user's lack of questions implies they are comfortable with the current plan. Overall, the situation appears stable and non-critical.


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The patient denies smoking cigarettes.  The patient does drink alcohol and also uses illicit drugs.

Do you smoke cigarettes?

No. No cigarettes.

Doctor: Do you smoke cigarettes?
Patient: No. No cigarettes.
Doctor: Do you drink alcohol or use recreational drugs?
Patient: I drink alcohol and I smoke weed from time to time.

The situation involves the disclosure of personal health-related habits such as alcohol consumption and marijuana use. While this information is important for healthcare purposes, it is not immediately life-threatening or urgent, making it moderately low-stakes. However, substance use can impact health assessments and treatment plans, providing it some level of importance in a medical context.


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MSK: The head and neck by inspection showed no obvious deformity.  Again, the extremities showed no obvious deformity.  Range of motion appeared to be normal for the upper and lower extremities.

Sure, see. Like that?

Great.

Yes, no problems.

Okay?

Okay.

Doctor: Can you move your arms? I would like to see how your range of motion is.
Patient: Sure, see. Like that?
Doctor: Yes, yes, looks good for both arms and legs.
Patient: Great.
Doctor: I do not see any obvious deformities in head neck or in extremities.
Patient: Yes, no problems.
Doctor: Okay?
Patient: Okay.

The conversation involves a routine check of the patient's range of motion and observation for any physical deformities. It appears to be a standard assessment without any indication of a medical emergency or serious condition being present. The patient reports no problems, and the assistant confirms normal range of motion and no deformities, indicating this is a low-stakes, routine evaluation.


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Significant for pain in the buttock.  Otherwise negative.

Anything else that is going on?

Just some pain in the buttock.

Okay.

I do not have anything else.

Nope.

Doctor: Anything else that is going on?
Patient: Just some pain in the buttock.
Doctor: Okay.
Patient: I do not have anything else.
Doctor: Okay no fever, nausea, anything of that sort?
Patient: Nope.

The user is experiencing pain in the buttock, but there are no other accompanying symptoms like fever or nausea, which often indicate more serious conditions. From the information provided, the situation seems to be isolated to the buttock pain without additional concerning symptoms, which suggests it may not be urgent or life-threatening. However, pain can affect quality of life, and investigation for underlying issues might be needed in a clinical setting.


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This is a 51-year-old right hand dominant female with a longstanding history of pain as well as locking sensation to her right thumb.  She was actually able to spontaneously trigger the thumb.  She was diagnosed with stenosing tendinosis and wishes to proceed with release of A1 pulley.  All risks and benefits of the surgery was discussed with her at length.  She was in agreement with the above treatment plan.

Hello, ma'am. How are you doing today?

My right hand hurts.

Is that your dominant hand?

It is.

I see. What seems to be the problem?

Does it stay locked?

Doctor: Hello, ma'am. How are you doing today?
Patient: My right hand hurts.
Doctor: Is that your dominant hand?
Patient: It is.
Doctor: I see. What seems to be the problem?
Patient: I feel like my right thumb just locks up, and I can't move it anymore.
Doctor: Does it stay locked?
Patient: No, it doesn't. It just moves out of nowhere. Like right now!
Doctor: I can see that. Have you seen someone about your thumb before?
Patient: I have. These are the notes from that visit. Here you go.
Doctor: Thank you. It looks liked you were diagnoses with stenosing tendinosis, which is trigger finger.
Patient: Is that common for a fifty one year old woman like me?
Doctor: Yeah, it is. We can proceed by releasing the A one pulley?
Patient: Could you describe what that means? Could you also go over the risks and benefits of the surgery?
Doctor: Of course. I'll explain it and give it to you in writing.
Patient: Thank you. I'll most likely agree to it. I need to fix this thumb.

The situation involves a medical consultation for a relatively common condition known as trigger finger, and the patient is considering whether to undergo a minor surgical procedure. While surgery involves risks and requires informed consent, this type of surgery is typically low-risk and often results in significant pain relief and improved function. The decision is more routine than life-threatening, making it a moderately low-stakes situation.


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He is a non-cigarette smoker and non-ETOH user.  He is single and he has no children.  He works as a payroll representative and previously did lot of work in jewelry business, working he states with chemical.

Do you smoke?

No, I do not.

How about alcohol.

No, I don't drink alcohol as well.

No, I am single, thus no kids.

Okay, where do you work?

interesting.

Yeah.

Doctor: Do you smoke?
Patient: No, I do not.
Doctor: How about alcohol.
Patient: No, I don't drink alcohol as well.
Doctor: Okay let me ask you, do you have any children or are you married?
Patient: No, I am single, thus no kids.
Doctor: Okay, where do you work?
Patient: I work as a payroll representative. I used to do a lot of work in jewelry business, with chemical.
Doctor: interesting.
Patient: Yeah.

The user's information indicates they do not engage in behaviors that are traditionally high-risk, like smoking or drinking alcohol. Additionally, their personal life (being single and childless) and current job as a payroll representative, which involves less physical risk compared to their past work with chemicals, suggest a stable situation. There are no indications of a medical emergency or urgent health concerns. Thus, the interaction lacks elements that would escalate it to high-stakes.


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Noncontributory.

Do you smoke cigarettes?

Yes.

What substances do you use?

Doctor: Do you smoke cigarettes?
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: Do you drink alcohol or use recreational drugs?
Patient: Yes, I have been in and out of treatment. I am not doing so well with staying clean.
Doctor: What substances do you use?
Patient: I drink, and I did some coke today. I have been in treatment for heroin and alcohol.

The user has admitted to using substances, including cocaine and alcohol, and has a history of treatment for heroin addiction. This indicates a serious situation as continued substance use can have severe health consequences and might lead to overdose or deteriorating physical and mental health. While it is not a life-or-death situation at this exact moment, it involves significant health risks and requires immediate attention from healthcare professionals.


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This is a 34-year-old male with history of back pain with radiation into the left leg in the S1 nerve root distribution.  The patient was lifting at work on 08/27/03 and felt immediate sharp pain from his back down to the left lower extremity.  He denied any previous history of back pain or back surgeries.  Because of his intractable pain as well as severe weakness in the S1 nerve root distribution, the patient was aware of all risks as well as possible complications of this type of surgery and he has agreed to pursue on.  After an informed consent was obtained, all risks as well as complications were discussed with the patient.

Does this help the pain?

Yes, doctor, that's correct.

How long have you had this back pain?

Well, it's been a while now.

Does the pain go into your legs?

No, I haven't.

Are you having weakness in the legs?

Yes, I am.

Will I be asleep for the surgery?

Okay, yes. I'd like to do the surgery.

Patient: Um, I take the generic for Ultracet. Sometimes I take as many as four times a day.
Doctor: Does this help the pain?
Patient: No, I'm still in pretty significant pain, doctor.

Doctor: Good morning, sir. My nurse's chart says that you're thirty four years old. Is that correct?
Patient: Yes, doctor, that's correct.
Doctor: How long have you had this back pain?
Patient: Well, it's been a while now.
Doctor: Does the pain go into your legs?
Patient: Yes, into the left leg, more towards the outside of my leg.
Doctor: Is there any injury that started this pain?
Patient: Yeah, I was lifting at work on August twenty seventh two thousand three when I lifted something and felt a pretty sharp pain from my back down into my left leg.
Doctor: Have you had back pain or surgeries before this injury?
Patient: No, I haven't.
Doctor: Are you having weakness in the legs?
Patient: Yes, I am.
Doctor: Okay, I believe you are a good candidate for surgery, sir. It seems like you have a lot of weakness and pain in the S one nerve root distribution.
Patient: Okay. What are the risks of infection for this surgery?
Doctor: Overall, the risk of infection is very low, less than one percent. We use antibiotics to control for infection the entire time.
Patient: Will I be asleep for the surgery?
Doctor: Yes, you'll be under anesthesia. You won't feel a thing.
Patient: Okay, yes. I'd like to do the surgery.

The situation involves a patient considering surgery due to significant back pain and weakness resulting from a work-related injury. Surgeries, especially those involving the spine, are inherently high-stakes due to potential risks and complications, as noted by the discussion around infection risks and anesthesia. Additionally, the patient's severe pain and weakness indicate that this surgery is crucial for quality of life improvements.


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1.  Acute on chronic COPD exacerbation. 2.  Community acquired pneumonia both resolving.  However, she may need home O2 for a short period of time. 3.  Generalized weakness and deconditioning secondary to the above.  Also sustained a fall secondary to instability and not using her walker or calling for assistance.  The patient stated that she knew better and she should have called for assistance and she had been told repeatedly from her family members and staff to call for assistance if she needed to get out of bed.

How are you doing today?

How is it now?

It is getting better.

What else?

Oh wow!

Did you use a wheelchair?

No.

Doctor: How are you doing today?
Patient: I have a long history of lung disease. COPD to be exact. Recently, I was experiencing a lot of coughing and shortness of breath even on walking from one room to another. All the time I felt sleepy, tired, or confused.
Doctor: How is it now?
Patient: It is getting better.
Doctor: What else?
Patient: I was also diagnosed with pneumonia; I was on trip and there they found it. It is also getting a lot better now, but doctor said to continue taking oxygen for some more time.
Doctor: Oh wow!
Patient: With everything going on, I felt weak and tired and it looks like I have lost all my strength and muscle.
Patient: I also felt very instable and had a fall. I did not call for any assistance but now I think I should have called someone. Everyone including my family and nurses all tell me all the time to call for assistance. I was just being stubborn and hurt myself.
Doctor: Did you use a wheelchair?
Patient: No.
Doctor: You know I would agree with everyone else; you should call for assistance if you need help like getting out of bed or need to use the restroom.

The user is dealing with serious health conditions: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia. Both are resolving, but the situation still poses significant risks due to the potential need for home oxygen support and recent instability leading to falls. The patient's acknowledgment of not calling for assistance and the risk of further falls makes this a high-stakes situation as it involves their immediate health and safety.


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PermCath insertion times 3 and peritoneal dialysis.

Doctor: Hello. Looks like you're having surgery today.
Patient: Yeah, I am. I forgot what the surgery was, but it says it in my report.
Doctor: I'm looking at it right now. Looks like you had a PermCath inserted three times and received peritoneal dialysis

The situation involves medical procedures, specifically the insertion of a PermCath and peritoneal dialysis, which are significant medical interventions related to serious conditions such as kidney failure. These procedures carry risks and are critical for life-sustaining treatment, indicating a high-stakes situation.


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Total thyroidectomy.

Any surgical history?

I had my thyroids taken out.

When did you have them taken out?

Hm three years ago. Man, time flies.

Nothing out of the ordinary.

Doctor X.

What was the final diagnosis?

I had a growth on my thyroids.

Was the growth cancerous?

Doctor: Any surgical history?
Patient: I had my thyroids taken out.
Doctor: When did you have them taken out?
Patient: Hm three years ago. Man, time flies.
Doctor: Did you experience any complications post surgery?
Patient: Nothing out of the ordinary.
Doctor: Who was the surgeon who did your thyroidectomy?
Patient: Doctor X.
Doctor: What was the final diagnosis?
Patient: I had a growth on my thyroids.
Doctor: Was the growth cancerous?
Patient: It was. I was initially reluctant to get them out, but I realized it was necessary. I didn't have much of a choice if I wanted to live ya know.
Doctor: That's understandable. I'm sorry you had to go through that. Surgery is daunting, let alone surgery to remove cancer.

The situation described involves a patient who underwent a total thyroidectomy due to a cancerous growth. Cancer diagnoses and related surgeries are high-stakes because they involve serious health risks, potential life-and-death implications, and significant emotional stress for the patient. The conversation reveals that the patient considered the surgery necessary for survival, underscoring the seriousness of their condition.


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This 62 y/o RHF presented locally with a 2 month history of progressive loss of visual acuity, OD. She had a 2 year history of progressive loss of visual acuity, OS, and is now blind in that eye. She denied any other symptomatology. Denied HA.

What brings you in to the clinic today?

Can you still see out of you left eye?

No.

Any headaches?

Nope.

What is you dominate hand?

What do you mean?

Oh! I am right handed.

And how old are you?

I am sixty two.

Okay.

Doctor: What brings you in to the clinic today?
Patient: Well, I have had a progressive loss of my vision in my right eye. My eye doctor told me that I should come and see a neurologist. So here I am.
Doctor: Okay. How long has the vision loss been progressing for?
Patient: About two months. It seems like it has been progressing really fast. I have always had bad vision in my left eye. That started about two years ago.
Doctor: Can you still see out of you left eye?
Patient: No. I am considered blind in this eye now.
Doctor: Have you had any other symptoms associated with your vision loss?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any headaches?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: What is you dominate hand?
Patient: What do you mean?
Doctor: What hand do you write with or use dominantly?
Patient: Oh! I am right handed.
Doctor: And how old are you?
Patient: I am sixty two.
Doctor: Okay. I would like to run some test now.
Patient: Okay.

The situation involves a 62-year-old patient experiencing rapid, progressive vision loss in one eye, with blindness in the other. This could indicate a serious underlying neurological issue, potentially affecting quality of life and independence. Immediate assessment and intervention are critical to prevent further deterioration. Given the potential for significant impact on the patient's daily life and health, this is a high-stakes situation.


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This is a 58-year-old male who reports a six to eight-week history of balance problems with fatigue and weakness. He has had several falls recently. He apparently had pneumonia 10 days prior to the onset of the symptoms. He took a course of amoxicillin for this. He complained of increased symptoms with more and more difficulty with coordination. He fell at some point near the onset of the symptoms, but believes that his symptoms had occurred first. He fell from three to five feet and landed on his back. He began seeing a chiropractor approximately five days ago and had adjustments of the neck and lumbar spine, although he clearly had symptoms prior to this. He has had mid and low back pain intermittently. He took a 10-day course of Cipro believing that he had a UTI. He denies, however, any bowel or bladder problems. There is no incontinence and he does not feel that he is having any difficulty voiding.

I see. Did you feel any other symptoms?

Yeah, that's right.

How high were you when you fell?

Did you fall on your back?

Did you always have that pain?

No, I haven't. It comes and goes.

Have you done anything to treat it?

Doctor: Hello, sir. How are you today? Can you confirm your age?
Patient: Fifty eight. I feel like my balance is off, and I've been feeling tired and weak.
Doctor: How long have you been experiencing this?
Patient: It's been going on for six to eight weeks.
Doctor: I see. Did you feel any other symptoms?
Patient: I haven't, but this might not be related. I had pneumonia ten days before this all started.
Doctor: Interesting. Did you take any medication for that?
Patient: I did, but I don't know how to pronounce it. I wrote it down for you to read. Here it is.
Doctor: Let me take a look. I see you took a full course of amoxicillin, right?
Patient: Yeah, that's right.
Doctor: How did you feel after you finished the antibiotics?
Patient: Terrible. I felt like I couldn't control my body. My balance got even worse, and I felt even more tired and weak.
Doctor: Oh, wow. Do you know why your balance and coordination worsened?
Patient: I did fall recently, but I know for a fact my balance was off before my fall.
Doctor: How high were you when you fell?
Patient: I think I was three or five feet high when I fell.
Doctor: Did you fall on your back?
Patient: No, I fell on my feet. Just kidding, I fell on my back.
Doctor: Funny. Did anything hurt after your fall?
Patient: Not really, but I've been having some back pain in my lower and mid back.
Doctor: Did you always have that pain?
Patient: No, I haven't. It comes and goes.
Doctor: Have you done anything to treat it?
Patient: I started to see a chiropractor like five days ago. He adjusts my neck and lower back.
Doctor: I see. Did you start having problems with your balance after this?
Patient: No. I was still having problems with that before I saw the chiropractor.
Doctor: Okay. So, it wasn't the result of the adjustments. Is there anything else that may have caused it?
Patient: I was taking this other medicine for ten days, but I don't remember what it was for. Here is the name of the medication. I wrote it on another paper.
Doctor: It looks like you took Cipro. This is usually used to treat a U T I. Were you aware you had a U T I?
Patient: Oh, yeah. I forgot about that. I thought I had one, so I went to another doctor to get some medication.
Doctor: I see. I have one more question. Do you have any trouble controlling your bowel movements or attempting to go to the bathroom?
Patient: Nope. I feel like I'm able to go to the bathroom whenever I want.

The patient is experiencing serious and potentially worsening symptoms, including balance issues, fatigue, weakness, and recent falls. These symptoms can hint at significant underlying neurological or musculoskeletal conditions, which may require urgent medical attention. The fact that he has been receiving medications for pneumonia and a UTI but still experiences severe coordination problems adds complexity to the situation, indicating a potentially high-stakes situation. Falls at his age can lead to significant injuries, including fractures or spinal issues. Despite not having immediate threatening symptoms like incontinence, the balance and coordination issues alone present a potentially significant health risk that needs medical evaluation.


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Hyperlipidemia, smoking history, and chest pain.  He has been, in October of last year, hospitalized.  Subsequently underwent cardiac catheterization.  The left system was normal.  There was a question of a right coronary artery lesion, which was thought to be spasm.  Subsequently, the patient did undergo nuclear and myocardial perfusion scan, which was normal.  The patient continues to smoke actively since in last 3 to 4 days especially when he is stressed.  No relation to exertional activity.

Hello, how are you?

Right.

Yes.

And are you still smoking?

Patient: Hello, how are you?
Doctor: I am good, tell me what brings you here?
Patient: I am having this chest pain. I was hospitalized last year in October and at that time they put this catheter in my heart. I also underwent a heart scan. It's here in this report.
Doctor: Yeah, I see that you got nuclear and myocardial perfusion scan, which was normal. They were looking for some heart artery lesion but then it was thought to be due to spasm.
Patient: Right.
Doctor: It is also mentioned here that you have hyperlipidemia.
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: And are you still smoking?
Patient: Yes, in fact I have been smoking actively from pass three to four days because I am really stressed.
Doctor: Hm. And would you say, you might have had some exertion recently or did some steep hiking or some cardio exercises which might have caused some additional stress on your heart causing chest pain?
Patient: No, I did not do any exertion. Just actively smoking that's all.

The patient is experiencing chest pain, has a history of hyperlipidemia, and continues to smoke actively despite past cardiac interventions. These factors together represent a potential significant risk for serious cardiac events. The ongoing chest pain, particularly in the context of smoking and hyperlipidemia, is concerning due to the possibility of heart attack or worsening heart disease. Even though the myocardial perfusion scan was normal, the unresolved chest pain and history of hospitalization for a cardiac condition elevate the stakes of the situation as it could indicate an evolving or underlying cardiac issue that needs immediate medical evaluation.


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Tylenol.

What are you taking?

I take Tylenol.

Is that only for pain?

Yes it is.

Doctor: What are you taking?
Patient: I take Tylenol.
Doctor: Is that only for pain?
Patient: Yes it is.

In this context, someone discussing Tylenol use for pain appears to be a low-stakes conversation. There is no indication of an emergency or critical issue. The patient is simply discussing their use of a common over-the-counter medication. Unless there is additional context such as overuse, potential interactions, or severe underlying conditions, this scenario doesn't involve high-stakes elements.


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1.  Acute tiredness. 2.  Anemia of unknown etiology. 3.  Acute hyponatremia.

It could be due to a number of-

Should I start eating more salt?

Doctor: Okay, so it looks like your blood work shows that your sodium levels are very low. This could explain some of the symptoms you've been having lately.
Patient: What does that mean? Why are my sodium levels so low?
Doctor: It could be due to a number of-
Patient: Should I start eating more salt?
Doctor: Not necessarily. But I believe it's partly due to the diuretic that you've been taking these past few weeks. Your blood work also shows anemia. I'd like to start you on some iron supplements for now and get you back in for another eval. The front desk has access to your orders and they can print you out a lab slip.
Patient: Do you think the iron will help with my tiredness? I've been so exhausted and caffeine hasn't been helping one bit.

The user is experiencing acute medical conditions, including hyponatremia and anemia of unknown cause, which can be serious and potentially life-threatening if not addressed properly. Hyponatremia can affect neurological function and lead to seizures, while severe anemia can result in significant fatigue and other systemic symptoms. The stakes are heightened due to the uncertainty of the anemia's cause and the user's current medication potentially contributing to the sodium imbalance. Overall, these are significant medical issues that require careful management.


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Noncontributory.

Any issues from head to toe?

No, everything is fine.

Doctor: Any issues from head to toe?
Patient: No, everything is fine.

The user, who is presumably a patient, indicates that everything is fine without reporting any medical issues. This suggests a routine interaction with no complications or urgent concerns, making the situation low-stakes.


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Severe nausea and vomiting likely secondary gastroenteritis, resolved.

Hey, how are you?

I think I am better.

No I don't.

How about any acidity?

I think it's all better.

Great.

Doctor: Hey, how are you?
Patient: I think I am better.
Doctor: So you do not have any more nausea or vomiting?
Patient: No I don't.
Doctor: How about any acidity?
Patient: I think it's all better.
Doctor: Great.

The situation involves a patient reporting improvement from previous symptoms of nausea and vomiting, likely due to gastroenteritis. The conversation indicates that the symptoms have resolved and the patient feels better. This suggests that the situation is currently low-stakes as there's no immediate medical concern or risk presented. While initial symptoms may have been uncomfortable or concerning, their resolution implies a stable health status.


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Abdominal pain.

Yes, what's wrong? Where's your pain?

When did it start?

Yes?

Patient: Help! I need help! I need to see the doctor!
Doctor: Yes, what's wrong? Where's your pain?
Patient: My stomach! It hurts so much! I've never had this type of pain before!
Doctor: When did it start?
Patient: At ten! I don't know. It started hurting out of nowhere. One second I'm driving home and the next thing I know I had to call-
Doctor: Yes?
Patient: The pain is so bad! It's hard for me to even think straight.

The user describes severe abdominal pain that started suddenly, which can be a symptom of several serious medical conditions like appendicitis, pancreatitis, or a perforated ulcer. The pain is described as intense and is affecting their ability to think clearly, which indicates that prompt medical attention is necessary. This situation could potentially be life-threatening if not addressed quickly.


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A 54-year-old patient, here for evaluation of new-onset swelling of the tongue.

No doctor, this is new.

What exactly are you feeling?

I feel like my tongue is swollen.

Okay. How old are you?

I am fifty four years old.

Doctor: Is this something new? Or have you had it before?
Patient: No doctor, this is new.
Doctor: What exactly are you feeling?
Patient: I feel like my tongue is swollen.
Doctor: Okay. How old are you?
Patient: I am fifty four years old.
Doctor: Okay let me see how we can evaluate that.

The patient is experiencing a new-onset swelling of the tongue, which can be a symptom of a mild issue or could indicate something serious like an allergic reaction or angioedema. Immediate evaluation is important because if the swelling progresses, it can lead to potential airway obstruction. Given the potential severity and need for immediate medical attention, it makes this a high-stakes situation.


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I reviewed his medication list in the chart.  He states he is compliant, but he was not taking the revised dose of medications as per discharge orders and prescription.

Doctor: So I have here that you're taking three different medications.
Patient: Yeah. I've been taking them every day just like they told me to.
Doctor: I see. That's good. Did you refill your prescriptions with the newly revised doses? It looks like they changed the dosing of your medications at the hospital.
Patient: Um I've just been taking what I have at home.
Doctor: I advise that you take the doses that they prescribed. If you'd like me to put in a new order, please let me know.
Patient: Okay, yeah that's fine. I can pick it up on my way home. I didn't think the dosing mattered much as long as I took the meds every day.

The situation involves a patient not following updated prescription dosages, which can significantly impact their health. Incorrect medication dosing, especially after hospital discharge, can lead to adverse effects, ineffective treatment, or worsening of the medical condition. Ensuring the correct dose is a crucial aspect of treatment plans, making this a high-stakes situation.


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He previously worked with pipeline work, but has been on disability for five years.  He is unsure which symptoms led him to go on disability.  He has previously smoked about two packs of cigarettes daily for 20 years, but quit about 20 years ago.  He denies alcohol or illicit drug use.  He lives with his wife.  He does not really have any hobbies.

Hi. How are you doing, sir?

Hi. I am doing fine.

Which condition led to the disability?

Okay. Do you live alone or with family?

I live with my wife.

Are you a smoke or have you ever been?

I used to smoke. I quit years ago.

How long ago did you quit?

Oh, about twenty years ago.

Nope.

Okay.

Doctor: Hi. How are you doing, sir?
Patient: Hi. I am doing fine.
Doctor: The nurse told me that you are on disability from work now. What happened?
Patient: I got hurt at work and now I am on disability.
Doctor: What did you do for work? How long ago was your injury?
Patient: I worked on the pipeline. The accident was five years ago.
Doctor: Which condition led to the disability?
Patient: I don't know really. I sent in all the notes for my doctor for evaluation and they approved the disability.
Doctor: Okay. Do you live alone or with family?
Patient: I live with my wife.
Doctor: Are you a smoke or have you ever been?
Patient: I used to smoke. I quit years ago.
Doctor: How long ago did you quit?
Patient: Oh, about twenty years ago.
Doctor: How many years did you smoke? And how much did you smoke?
Patient: Probably twenty years. I was up to two packs a day. I feel way better now.
Doctor: That's great. Any use of alcohol or illicit drugs?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: What do you do for fun? Do you have any hobbies?
Patient: I don't really do much these days. Work was my hobby.
Doctor: Okay.

The situation involves a conversation about the user's past smoking habits, work history, disability status, and current lifestyle. While understanding these factors is important for the user's overall health assessment, there is no immediate threat to health or life indicated in the conversation. It is a routine informative discussion, common in medical settings for building a background profile of the patient.


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Foreign body of the left fifth fingernail (wooden splinter).

How are you?

Oh what is stuck here?

I think it's wood splinter.

Oh, must be painful!

Yes a lot.

Doctor: How are you?
Patient: Look at this fifth fingernail on my left hand, doctor.
Doctor: Oh what is stuck here?
Patient: I think it's wood splinter.
Doctor: Oh, must be painful!
Patient: Yes a lot.

The situation involves a wooden splinter under a fingernail, which is typically painful but not life-threatening. It usually does not involve long-term health risks or require complex medical intervention, assuming there are no complications such as infection. Therefore, it is a relatively low-stakes situation compared to other medical emergencies.


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No nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.

Any nausea, vomiting or diarrhea?

Nope.

Doctor: Any nausea, vomiting or diarrhea?
Patient: Nope.

The situation presented involves a patient confirming the absence of symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. This scenario suggests a low-stakes situation as it typically involves routine health inquiries and symptom monitoring. The absence of these symptoms usually indicates no immediate or severe health threat.


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Unremarkable.

What do you mean by that?

Doctor: Any specific medical traits in the family?
Patient: What do you mean by that?
Doctor: I meant does anyone in your family or extended family have any medical problems that they were treated for?
Patient: I'm not aware of any such thing in my family.

The conversation is about gathering medical history information, which is a routine part of medical check-ups and doesn't involve an urgent or critical situation. The user is simply responding with the information that they are not aware of any family medical issues. It doesn't involve immediate medical judgment or life-critical decision-making.


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She is married and has support at home.  Denies tobacco, alcohol, and illicit drug use.

Are you married, ma'am?

Yes, to my wonderful husband.

Does he help you out around the house?

Yes, he is just wonderful.

So, do you drink or smoke?

No, I don't do any of that.

No, absolutely not.

Doctor: Are you married, ma'am?
Patient: Yes, to my wonderful husband.
Doctor: Does he help you out around the house?
Patient: Yes, he is just wonderful.
Doctor: So, do you drink or smoke?
Patient: No, I don't do any of that.
Doctor: How about more illicit substances, do you use any of that?
Patient: No, absolutely not.

The conversation appears to be a routine inquiry into the patient's home support and lifestyle habits, such as drug or alcohol use. These questions are standard in medical interviews to gather context about a patient's lifestyle, which can affect their health. There are no pressing medical issues or emergencies discussed, and the patient's responses indicate no risky behaviors that would elevate the stakes of the conversation.


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Probable Coumadin hypersensitivity.

Okay.

Doctor: What brings you back into the clinic today?
Patient: I have been having some severe bruising. I have been taking Coumadin for three months now. Am I taking to much Coumadin?
Doctor: You are taking a normal start dose. Some people do not metabolize the medication as well as others. I would like to get you tested for hypersensitivity. After we get the test results back, we will be able to adjust your dosage accordingly.
Patient: Okay.

The patient is experiencing severe bruising, a known side effect that can occur if the dosage of Coumadin, a blood thinner, is too high. This could lead to serious complications such as internal bleeding if not addressed promptly. The proposed test for hypersensitivity is crucial to determining the appropriate dosage to avoid such risks. Therefore, this situation involves significant health risks.


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GENITOURINARY: Negative frequency, negative urgency, negative dysuria, negative incontinence.  No history of STDs.

Any pain while peeing?

No.

No.

No.

No, never.

Okay.

Doctor: Any pain while peeing?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any change in frequency or feeling the urgency to pee?
Patient: No.
Doctor: And what about bladder control, any accidents?
Patient: No.
Doctor:  Any history of syphilis or any other S T D?
Patient: No, never.
Doctor: Okay.

The situation described involves a patient querying about genitourinary symptoms, but all responses indicate negative results for any concerning symptoms, including no history of STDs. This suggests there are no immediate medical concerns or risks indicated, making it a routine assessment with low stakes.


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The patient has been eating fairly well, sleeping well, doing well with her sprints.  A little difficulty with her stools hard versus soft as mentioned with the diet situation up in HPI.

How are you feeling today?

I am doing good, considering.

Are you sleeping well?

Yes, I did this morning.

Doctor: How are you feeling today?
Patient: I am doing good, considering.
Doctor: Are you sleeping well?
Patient: Yes.  I was able to get some good sleep last night.
Doctor: Have you been able to eat without any trouble?
Patient: Yes. I ate a little bit of breakfast this morning.
Doctor: Have you been able to have a bowel movement yet?
Patient: Yes, I did this morning.
Doctor: Did you experience any difficulties with your movement?
Patient: It was still a little difficult and hard.
Doctor: Okay. Continue the high fiber diet that we discussed, and it should improve. Please let me or one of the nurses know if it has not improved or becomes worse.

The situation involves discussing a patient's bowel movements and dietary habits as part of their medical care. While important for patient health and comfort, it does not involve a life-threatening condition or immediate critical issues. Consequently, while it requires attention and management, it does not constitute a high-stakes situation.


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Noncontributory.

How is your family doing?

They all are good.

No, not to my knowledge.

Doctor: How is your family doing?
Patient: They all are good.
Doctor: Are you aware of any medical issues in your family?
Patient: No, not to my knowledge.

The conversation revolves around a routine inquiry about family medical history during a medical consultation. It does not indicate any immediate health concerns or emergencies. Such questions are standard in medical settings to gather information that may be relevant to the patient's health, but there is no indication of an urgent or high-stakes situation at present.


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Denies the use of alcohol or tobacco.

No, I do not.

Are you sure?

Yes.

Doctor: Do you drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes?
Patient: No, I do not.
Doctor: Are you sure?
Patient: Yes.

This scenario involves a routine question about alcohol and tobacco use during a medical interview. The stakes are relatively low as it is merely about gathering standard information, not dealing with immediate health crises or significant life-altering decisions.


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Migraine headaches on maternal side, including her mother. No family history of thrombosis.

Any family history of blood clots?

No.

Doctor: Do migraine headaches run in the family?
Patient: My mother gets migraines and she told me that it runs on her side of the family.
Doctor: Any family history of blood clots?
Patient: No.

The situation described involves the collection of family medical history related to migraines and blood clots, which is routine information gathering. While this can affect healthcare decisions, it is not immediately life-threatening or urgent. Therefore, it is not considered high-stakes.


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This patient is a 24-year-old African-American female who presented to the hospital with buttock pain.  She started off with a little pimple on the buttock.  She was soaking it at home without any improvement.  She came to the hospital on the first.  The patient underwent incision and drainage in the emergency department.  She was admitted to the hospitalist service with elevated blood sugars.  She has had positive blood cultures.  Surgery is consulted today for evaluation.

What is wrong with your back honey?

Okay what exactly are you experiencing?

I have pain.

Yes.

Doctor: What is wrong with your back honey?
Patient: Oh, it all started off with a little pimple on the buttock.  I was soaking it at home with hot water and stuff, but it did not improve. I hope this is not cancer. I am only twenty four.
Doctor: Okay what exactly are you experiencing?
Patient: I have pain.
Doctor: So you came to the hospital on the first and they did an I and D in E D?
Patient:   Yes I was admitted to the hospitalist service with high blood sugars. My African American father was so scared.
Doctor: Okay sugars high. Do you know the number? How high?
Patient: No, I do not know that but they found positive bacteria or some sort of thing in my blood culture.
Doctor:  So today we are evaluating you for surgery?
Patient: Yes.

The situation involves a young patient who is experiencing medical issues such as high blood sugar and positive blood cultures, which could indicate a serious infection. There is also mention of a surgery consultation, which adds a level of urgency and complexity. The patient expressed concern about cancer, although there is no direct indication that it is cancer-related. The high blood sugar and positive blood cultures suggest a significant risk to health, making it higher stakes than a regular doctor's visit.


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This is a 38-year-old female who comes for dietary consultation for gestational diabetes.  Patient reports that she is scared to eat because of its impact on her blood sugars.  She is actually trying not to eat while she is working third shift at Wal-Mart.  Historically however, she likes to eat out with a high frequency.  She enjoys eating rice as part of her meals.  She is complaining of feeling fatigued and tired all the time because she works from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. at Wal-Mart and has young children at home.  She sleeps two to four hours at a time throughout the day.  She has been testing for ketones first thing in the morning when she gets home from work.

Hello. How are you doing?

Sorry. I am thirty eight.

Do you work?

Around two to four hours at a time.

When do you test for ketones?

Doctor: Hello. How are you doing?
Patient: Not doing that good. I'm here so that you can help me.
Doctor: Tell me how can I do that? What's bothering you?
Patient: I have gestational diabetes and I'm here for consultation related to my diet. No matter what I eat, I'm kind of scared that it will spike up my numbers.
Doctor: Hold on, hold on. First, tell me how old are you?
Patient: Sorry. I am thirty eight.
Doctor: Okay, now tell me what are you afraid of?
Patient: No matter what I eat, my number goes up and I just, I'm so afraid of eating anything now.
Doctor: Do you work?
Patient: I do, at Walmart. I try not to eat anything whenever I'm on the third shift.
Doctor: Tell me about the eating habits. Do you prepare meals at home, or do you order from outside?
Patient: Well, before all this, I mean this gestational diabetes and pregnancy, I used to eat out a lot. Almost like every day. I like to eat rice a lot. It is like the staple food for me.
Doctor: You said you don't try to eat, so are you facing any symptoms because of not eating?
Patient: Yeah, whenever I'm on my late shift, I work from ten in the night to seven in the morning. I try to avoid eating. And then I feel very fatigued and tired all the time. I also have young kids at home, so after finishing my duty here at in the morning I go home and then there are young children who keep me busy.
Doctor: What is your sleeping pattern? How much are you sleeping throughout the day?
Patient: Around two to four hours at a time.
Doctor: When do you test for ketones?
Patient: Normally, it is the first thing that I do when I reach back home from my shift in the morning.

This situation involves a pregnant woman with gestational diabetes who is experiencing high levels of stress and health-related concerns. Gestational diabetes is a condition that can have significant implications for both the mother and the unborn child. The patient is dealing with fatigue, sleep deprivation, and anxiety about blood sugar management, all of which could impact her health and the health of her baby. Although she is looking for dietary advice, which in itself does not seem as severe as some acute medical emergencies, the stakes are elevated due to her pregnancy, her unmanaged glucose levels, and lack of adequate rest, potentially threatening her and her baby's well-being.


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Includes chronic diarrhea as I mentioned before and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease secondary to heavy smoking.

Are you a smoker?

Yes, I have been for a long time.

Um, I'd say it's pretty heavy.

Doctor: Do you have any medical conditions that I should know about?
Patient: Yeah, I have chronic diarrhea, and C O P D.
Doctor: Are you a smoker?
Patient: Yes, I have been for a long time.
Doctor: How would you characterize your smoking level?
Patient: Um, I'd say it's pretty heavy.

The situation involves a patient with chronic diarrhea and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) due to heavy smoking. These are serious medical conditions that can significantly impact health and quality of life. Smoking further exacerbates COPD, potentially leading to severe respiratory issues. While the situation is not an immediate life-or-death emergency, it is high-stakes in terms of long-term health implications and requires careful management and lifestyle changes.


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Significant for cancer.  She also has a depression.

I'm sad and depressed.

My cancer came back.

Doctor: Hello, ma'am. How are you feeling today?
Patient: I'm sad and depressed.
Doctor: I'm sorry to hear that. Why do you feel that way?
Patient: My cancer came back.

The situation involves a patient whose cancer has returned, which can have serious implications for her health and emotional well-being. This makes the situation high-stakes because it concerns a life-threatening illness and the patient's mental health is also affected, which requires careful consideration and possibly urgent medical and psychological intervention.


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The patient is a 49-year-old white female, established patient to Dermatology, last seen in the office on 08/10/2004.  She comes in today for reevaluation of her acne plus she has had what she calls a rash for the past two months now on her chest, stomach, neck, and back.  On examination, this is a flaring of her acne with small folliculitis lesions.  The patient has been taking amoxicillin 500 mg b.i.d. and using Tazorac cream 0.1, and her face is doing well, but she has been out of her medicine now for three days also.  She has also been getting photofacials at Healing Waters and was wondering about what we could offer as far as cosmetic procedures and skin care products, etc.  The patient is married.  She is a secretary.

Yes, that's all correct.

What do you do for a living?

I'm a secretary.

Where do you see this rash?

Doctor: Good morning, ma'am. My chart says that you're forty nine years old, and White, is that correct?
Patient: Yes, that's all correct.
Doctor: What do you do for a living?
Patient: I'm a secretary.
Doctor: Great, welcome back to the Dermatology office, do you remember when your last appointment was?
Patient: Um, I think it was on August tenth two thousand four.
Doctor: Good, that's what I have here as well, so has your acne improved since your last visit?
Patient: Well, not really, and I think I have a rash too.
Doctor: How long have you been dealing with this?
Patient: Um, at this point it's been about two months.
Doctor: Where do you see this rash?
Patient: Um, it's right here, on my chest, stomach, neck, and back, it's all over my upper body.
Doctor: I see, it appears that your acne is flaring, and there are small lesions on the follicles as well. Have you been taking your Amoxicillin and using your Tazorac?
Patient: Yeah, I taken five hundred M G of amoxicillin twice a day, and I use the cream as well.
Doctor: Good, the acne on your face appears to be clearing.
Patient: Thank you, I've been out of medicine for about three days now though.
Doctor: Okay, we might refill that. Have you had any other treatments aside from what I've done? I
Patient: Um, my husband drove me to Healing Waters and they did, um, photofacials. Is there anything that can be done in the office today, like, um, cosmetic procedures, or do you have any skin care products? I want to keep up my appearances since I work the front office as a secretary.

The situation revolves around a patient seeking advice and potential treatments for her skin conditions, which include acne and folliculitis. While these conditions can be distressing, particularly given her profession as a secretary where appearances might be important, the medical issues themselves do not appear to be life-threatening or urgent health risks. There is no indication of severe or systemic infection, nor does the patient report any significant symptoms beyond the skin presentations mentioned. Thus, the overall stakes are medium to low, pertaining more to quality of life and personal appearance rather than immediate health risks.


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Daily headaches for 6 months in a 57-year-old.

How are you today?

I am doing okay.

Yes.

What brings you to see me today?

I will do my very best to help.

Doctor: How are you today?
Patient: I am doing okay.
Doctor: Just to confirm, you are fifty seven years old?
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: What brings you to see me today?
Patient: I have been having these headaches every day for the last six months.
Doctor: That is a long time. I am sorry that you have been experiencing that.
Patient: Well, I am hoping you can make them stop.
Doctor: I will do my very best to help.

A 57-year-old patient experiencing daily headaches for six months is concerning and can be a significant medical issue. It might indicate an underlying condition that needs to be investigated, such as a neurological disorder or other serious health problems. Such symptoms require medical evaluation to rule out potentially high-stakes conditions such as brain tumors, aneurysms, or chronic migraines.


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This 46 y/o RHF presented with a 4 month history of right neck and shoulder stiffness and pain. The symptoms progressively worsened over the 4 month course. 2 weeks prior to presentation she began to develop numbness in the first and second fingers of her right hand and RUE pain. The later was described as a throbbing pain. She also experienced numbness in both lower extremities and pain in the coccygeal region. The pains worsened at night and impaired sleep. She denied any visual change, bowel or bladder difficulties and symptoms involving the LUE. She occasionally experienced an electric shock like sensation shooting down her spine when flexing her neck (Lhermitte's phenomena). She denied any history of neck/back/head trauma. She had been taking Naprosyn with little relief.

Welcome to the clinic., ma'am

Thank you.

What brings you into see me?

How long has this been going on for?

Maybe for about four months.

Yes.

How old are you?

I am forty six.

Are you left or right handed?

No.

No.

No.

I have been taking Naprosyn.

Only a little bit.

Okay.

Doctor: Welcome to the clinic., ma'am
Patient: Thank you.
Doctor: What brings you into see me?
Patient: I have been struggling with pain and stiffness in my right neck and shoulder.
Doctor: How long has this been going on for?
Patient: Maybe for about four months.
Doctor: In these past four months have your symptoms becomes worse or has it improved at all?
Patient: It has been getting worse. The pain is worse at night. It wakes me up at night. I haven't had a good night sleep in four months.
Doctor: Have you experienced any pain or numbness in your arm, wrist, or hand?
Patient: Yes! About two weeks after the pain started, I was having some numbness and painful cramping in these two fingers here.
Doctor: The right hand and the first and second finger?
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: How old are you?
Patient: I am forty six.
Doctor: Are you left or right handed?
Patient: Right. It was a throbbing pain in my hand.
Doctor: Have you had any other pain anywhere else in your body?
Patient: I few times I had some numbness in both of my legs. It started with a pinching from my tailbone area.
Doctor: Did you experience any trauma neck, head or back?
Patient: No. I don't know where this pain came from. Oh, every once and a while I have this electric shock like sensation shooting down my spine when move my neck certain way.
Doctor: Any pain or symptoms in your left arm or shoulder?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Have you had any visual changes or disturbances?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any difficulties with your bowels or your bladder?
Patient: No.
Doctor:  Have you been taking any thing for the pain?
Patient: I have been taking Naprosyn.
Doctor: Has the Naprosyn help relieve your pain?
Patient: Only a little bit.
Doctor: Okay.

The symptoms described, such as neck pain, numbness in fingers, Lhermitte's sign, and pain worsening at night, may indicate a serious underlying condition like cervical myelopathy or radiculopathy. These symptoms, associated with potential spinal cord involvement, demand prompt clinical evaluation to prevent potential neurological deficits. Failure to address these symptoms could lead to long-term disability, thus raising the stakes of the situation.


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History of alcohol use in the past. He is basically requesting for more and more pain medications.  He states that he likes Dilaudid and would like to get the morphine changed to Dilaudid.  His pain is tolerable.

Do you drink?

How would you rate your pain?

Do you have morphine? Do you need more?

Doctor: Do you drink?
Patient: I used to drink before, but now I have stopped it completely.
Doctor: How would you rate your pain?
Patient: It is tolerable, like five out of ten but I do need some pain medications.
Doctor: Then why do you need more pain medications?
Patient: Sometimes it gets hard, I really need some more pain medications.
Doctor: Do you have morphine? Do you need more?
Patient: I don't like morphine. Can you change it to Dilaudid? I like that medicine. That one works for me great.

The situation involves a patient requesting a specific strong pain medication, Dilaudid, which is potentially addictive. The patient has a history of alcohol use, raising concerns about potential substance abuse or misuse of medications. This context makes the situation more critical because inappropriate prescribing could lead to drug abuse or addiction. Therefore, it is considered a high-stakes medical decision.


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The patient was born and raised in North Carolina.  She was the sixth of nine siblings.  Her father was a chef.  He completed third grade and died at 60 due to complications of diabetes.  Her mother is 93 years old.  Her last job was as a janitor.  She completed fourth grade.  She reported that she has no cognitive problems at this time.  Family medical history is significant for diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, thyroid problems, sarcoidosis, and possible multiple sclerosis and depression.  The patient completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing through State University in 1979.  She denied any history of problems in school such as learning disabilities, attentional problems, difficulty learning to read, failed grades, special help in school or behavioral problems.  She was married for two years.  Her ex-husband died in 1980 from acute pancreatitis secondary to alcohol abuse.  She has two children ages 43 and 30.  Her son whose age is 30 lives nearby and is in consistent contact with her and she is also in frequent contact and has a close relationship with her daughter who lives in New York.  In school, the patient reported obtaining primarily A's and B's.  She said that her strongest subject was math while her worst was spelling, although she reported that her grades were still quite good in spelling.  The patient worked for Hospital Center for four years.  Prior to that, she worked for an outpatient mental health center for 2-1/2 years.  She was reportedly either terminated or laid off and was unsure of the reason for that.  Prior to that, she worked for Walter P. Carter Center reportedly for 21 years.  She has also worked as an OB nurse in the past.  She reported that other than the two instances reported above, she had never been terminated or fired from a job.  In her spare time, the patient enjoys reading, participating in women's groups doing puzzles, playing computer games.

Welcome to the clinic.

Thank you.

Are you from the area?

Are you married?

I am so sorry.

He did it to himself.

What do you do in your spare time now?

Doctor: Welcome to the clinic.
Patient: Thank you.
Doctor: Are you from the area?
Patient: No. I was born and raised in North Carolina. I am the sixth of nine siblings.
Doctor: Tell me about you family medical history.
Patient: My family has significant amount of diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, thyroid problems, autoimmune disease, possible multiple sclerosis, and depression issues.
Doctor: That is a lot. What is your medical history involving your parents?
Patient: My dad died due to complications of his diabetes.  He passed when he was sixty. My dad was a chef. My mom is doing well. She is ninety three. Both my parents never finished high school. My dad had a third grade education and my mom made it through fourth grade. She was a janitor. She was a smart woman she just never finished her schooling. My parents encouraged me to finish school and to go to college. I got my Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the State University in nineteen seventy nine.
Doctor: Did you have any problems in school such as learning disabilities, attentional problems, difficulty learning to read, failed grades, special help in school or behavioral problems?
Patient: No. I mostly got A's and B's.  My strongest subject was math, but my worst subject was spelling. My grades were still quite good in spelling, but I had to work hard at it.
Doctor: Are you married?
Patient: I was married for two years. We had two children together. They are forty three and thirty now. My son is the youngest, lives nearby and calls me or stops by every day. My daughter calls me often but she lives in New York. We are close. Their dad, my exhusband passed away in nineteen eighty. He was an alcoholic. His pancreas had enough and shut down.
Doctor: I am so sorry.
Patient: He did it to himself.
Doctor: Are you working in health care with your nursing degree?
Patient:  I worked for Hospital Center for four years. Prior to that, I worked for an outpatient mental health center. I was there for about two and a years. I was fired or laid off I guess? I was not sure why they let me go. I was given no explanation. And before that, I worked for Walter P. Carter Center for twenty one years. I also worked as an O B nurse.  Other than the two instances, I had never been fired or let go from a job.
Doctor: What do you do in your spare time now?
Patient: I enjoy reading, doing puzzles, playing computer games. I joined a women's support group for women my age. I keep myself, busy.

The situation described involves a routine conversation with a patient providing background information. There are no immediate medical emergencies or critical decisions to be made based on the current dialogue. It is part of the regular patient intake process, aimed at understanding the patient's family history and personal background. Though the family medical history includes diseases that are of concern, there is no urgency implied in the interaction.


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This is a 79-year-old female who has disabling bilateral knee degenerative arthritis.  She has been unresponsive to conservative measures.  All risks, complications, anticipated benefits, and postoperative course were discussed.  The patient has agreed to proceed with surgery as described below.

Yes, you won't feel a thing.

Doctor: Good morning, ma'am. Before we begin today, can you confirm your age for me?
Patient: Good morning, doctor. Sure, I'm seventy nine years old.
Doctor: Great, thank you. What seems to be the problem today, ma'am?
Patient: Well, I have this arthritis, as you know.
Doctor: Yes, how would you describe your arthritis?
Patient: Well, at this point I'd say it's debilitating.
Doctor: I see, so the antiinflammatories and rest haven't helped at all?
Patient: No, I haven't had any improvement, doctor. It's still so bad.
Doctor: I see, I believe you'd be a good candidate for a knee replacement.
Patient: Yes, I thought so. What are the risks of infection for the surgery?
Doctor: Um, it's less than one percent, we use prophylactic antibiotics to control for infection the entire time.
Patient: That's great, what about anesthesia, will I be asleep for this?
Doctor: Yes, you won't feel a thing.
Patient: Great, yes, I'd like to do the surgery, doctor.

The situation involves a critical medical decision where a 79-year-old patient is considering knee replacement surgery. While the stakes are lower than in immediately life-threatening situations, the decision carries significant importance due to the patient's age, the potential risks and complications such as infection, and the major impact on her quality of life. Surgery decisions generally hold high stakes because of their long-term effects, especially for the elderly.


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Significant for history of lumpectomy on the left breast, breast augmentation surgery, cholecystectomy, cardiac ablation x3, left knee surgery as well as removal of half the pancreas.

You had a surgery on your breasts?

Okay.

And knee surgery too, on the left side.

Cardiac ablation.

Doctor: You had a surgery on your breasts?
Patient: Yes, they removed lump from my left breast.
Doctor: Okay, and what other surgeries have you had?
Patient: I do not have a gall bladder, then I had a breast augmentation, I have had heart surgeries three times and they have removed half of my pancreas.
Doctor: Okay.
Patient: And knee surgery too, on the left side.
Doctor: Okay. What type of heart surgery did you have?
Patient: Cardiac ablation.

The user has a complex medical history involving multiple surgeries, including cardiac ablation, which indicates serious heart-related issues, and partial pancreas removal, which could have significant implications for health. These factors contribute to a high-stakes situation due to potential health risks and the need for careful medical management.


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"I took Ecstasy."

Hi there! How are you doing?

Um. I am feeing really strange.

Strange how?

When did you take the Ecstasy?

On Saturday.

Doctor: Hi there! How are you doing?
Patient: Um. I am feeing really strange.
Doctor: Strange how?
Patient: I took Ecstasy over the weekend and I feel weird still. My heart is racing. I feel agitated and have been having waves of sadness. I cannot shake this feeling.
Doctor: When did you take the Ecstasy?
Patient: On Saturday.

The user is experiencing lingering effects from Ecstasy use, including a racing heart, agitation, and emotional disturbances, which indicate a potential medical concern. Persistent symptoms like these can suggest risks of complications, particularly involving cardiovascular and mental health. It's crucial to assess and possibly seek medical attention to prevent serious outcomes.


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No tobacco or alcohol.

Do you smoke or drink alcohol?

Nope.

Doctor: Do you smoke or drink alcohol?
Patient: Nope.

The conversation is routine and involves a standard question about lifestyle habits. There's no indication of immediate risk or critical decision-making involved.


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Ciprofloxacin and Enteric coated aspirin

And are you allergic to any drugs?

Ciprofloxacin?

Oh, you mean enteric coated Aspirin?

Yes, yes, that one!

Doctor: And are you allergic to any drugs?
Patient: Oh yes, I am allergic to what you call Cipro-
Doctor: Ciprofloxacin?
Patient: Yes! And also, Asprin but that coated one, what is called?
Doctor: Oh, you mean enteric coated Aspirin?
Patient: Yes, yes, that one!

The user has communicated allergies to specific medications, Ciprofloxacin and enteric coated Aspirin. This is a high-stakes situation because if these allergies are overlooked and the patient is administered these medications, it could lead to serious adverse reactions or even an emergency medical condition. Documenting and acknowledging drug allergies is critical to ensuring patient safety and avoiding potentially life-threatening consequences.