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71 y/o RHM developed a cataclysmic headache on 11/5/92 associated with a violent sneeze. The headache lasted 3-4 days. On 11/7/92, he had acute pain and loss of vision in the left eye. Over the following day his left pupil enlarged and his left upper eyelid began to droop. He was seen locally and a brain CT showed no sign of bleeding, but a tortuous left middle cerebral artery was visualized. The patient was transferred to UIHC 11/12/92.

How old are you?

Seventy one.

Are you right handed or left handed?

Right handed.

What exactly happened?

Doctor: How old are you?
Patient: Seventy one.
Doctor: Are you right handed or left handed?
Patient: Right handed.
Doctor: What exactly happened?
Patient: I, I had this bad headache on fifth of November and then I had a big sneeze, like it was too loud. I had-- it was going on for like three to four days. Then, on the seventh, I had this severe pain over my left eye and I kind of lost my vision there.
Doctor: When did you see changes in your eyelid?
Patient: Yeah, on the following day, it seemed like swelling and then my eyelid, it began like pulling down and getting down. Kind of drooping. We went to a local doctor, and he did some x rays.
Doctor: Yeah, I have your brain C T report from there. There is no sign of any kind of bleeding, but I do see a torturous blood vessel there.
Patient: Yeah, after looking at this report they transferred us here to the U I H C on the twelfth.

The situation involves a 71-year-old patient who experienced a severe headache and a series of potentially neurological symptoms, including loss of vision and drooping eyelid. These symptoms are concerning for serious conditions like aneurysm or stroke, especially given the tortuous blood vessel observed in the CT scan. This increases the stakes significantly as these conditions can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention.


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I need refills.

Who usually prescribes it to you?

My doctor back in Georgia.

No, unfortunately.

Over two months ago I think.

Okay, thank you.

Doctor: I see here that you're in for a med refill. Is that correct?
Patient: Yep. I ran out of Klonopin one or two days ago.
Doctor: What are you taking it for? And how long have you been on it?
Patient: Panic attacks. I have really bad episodes without it. Um I think I started it about four months ago. I could be wrong though. I've lost track of time.
Doctor: Who usually prescribes it to you?
Patient: My doctor back in Georgia.
Doctor: Do you happen to have their name or contact info on hand?
Patient: No, unfortunately.
Doctor: How much Klonopin do you take for your panic attacks?
Patient: I take a pretty low dose. I think I'm on zero point five milligrams a day. Is there any way you could verify the dosage?
Doctor: I can try to look it up online. When were you last prescribed Klonopin?
Patient: Over two months ago I think.
Doctor: Let me pull up the page and see if we can figure out your dosage and when you're due for a refill based on your doctor's orders.
Patient: Okay, thank you.
Doctor: Are you experiencing any symptoms currently, such as headache, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath or chest pain?
Patient: Not right now, no. I did have some nausea yesterday. Oh and I guess I had a slight headache when I woke up this morning, but that's about it.

The situation involves a patient running out of medication used to manage panic attacks, which can be serious and impactful on their daily life. The patient is experiencing symptoms that may or may not be related to the medication discontinuation, but they are not severe at the moment. The stakes are elevated due to the potential for worsening symptoms without access to the medication, but they are not at a critical level right now since the patient is not reporting severe or urgent symptoms. Additionally, obtaining the prescription refill seems feasible, albeit possibly requiring some coordination with their doctor in Georgia.

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She is married.  She lives with her spouse.

How did that happen?

Yeah. We do. We just got married.

Doctor: How are you? I haven't seen you in a long time.
Patient: I'm doing fine. I hurt my hand the other day.
Doctor: How did that happen?
Patient: My husband and I moved into our new home, and we were building a desk. I tried to nail something in, and I hammered my hand.
Doctor: Oh, no. So, you and your husband live together now?
Patient: Yeah. We do. We just got married.

The situation involves a minor injury (hammered hand) caused during a household activity. It seems to be a common and non-life-threatening occurrence. The conversation is casual and indicates no severity in the injury or urgency for medical attention.


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Date of incident: 1/15/2001. The patient was the driver of a small sports utility vehicle and was wearing a seatbelt. The patient's vehicle was proceeding through an intersection and was struck by another vehicle from the left side and forced off the road into a utility pole. The other vehicle had reportedly been driven by a drunk driver and ran a traffic signal. Estimated impact speed was 80 m.p.h. The driver of the other vehicle was reportedly cited by police. The patient was transiently unconscious and came to the scene. There was immediate onset of headaches, neck and lower back pain. The patient was able to exit the vehicle and was subsequently transported by Rescue Squad to St. Thomas Memorial Hospital, evaluated in the emergency room and released.

Man, what a night.

Yeah, I had my belt on and everything.

Good.

Did you lose consciousness at all?

Did you get out of the car by yourself?

This was on January fifteenth, correct?

Yessir.

Patient: Man, what a night.
Doctor: What kind of car were you driving that night?
Patient: I was driving my small sports car through an intersection when another car hit me from the left side. The impact forced my car off the road and into a utility pole.
Doctor: I'm so sorry to hear that. I'm glad that you are here in one piece. Were you wearing your seatbelt?
Patient: Yeah, I had my belt on and everything.
Doctor: Good.
Patient: Unfortunately, the driver was drunk and ran a traffic signal.
Doctor: That's such a shame. Do you remember how fast the car was going when it collided into you?
Patient: If I had to guess maybe eighty miles per hour. It looks like the driver who hit me was already cited by police.
Doctor: Did you lose consciousness at all?
Patient: Yeah, I briefly lost consciousness when help arrived at the scene. I felt an immediate headache when I regained consciousness. I also had lower back and neck pain.
Doctor: Did you get out of the car by yourself?
Patient: Yeah, I got out by myself. Once I made it out, the Rescue Squad drove me to Saint Thomas Memorial Hospital. I was seen in the emergency room and later discharged.
Doctor: This was on January fifteenth, correct?
Patient: Yessir.

The situation involves a serious car accident caused by a drunk driver, with the patient experiencing significant impacts and temporary unconsciousness. Immediate medical care was required, indicating the high potential for severe injury. However, the patient was discharged, suggesting injuries might not have been life-threatening. Given these facts, the stakes were high but not at the most critical level.


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Significant for occasional tiredness.  This is intermittent and currently not severe.  She is concerned about the possibly of glucose abnormalities such diabetes.  We will check a glucose, lipid profile and a Hemoccult test also and a mammogram.  Her review of systems is otherwise negative.

How're you doing?

How long has that been going on?

Maybe a week or so?

No, none of that.

Can I do this at the blood work place?

Okay. I'll try to go in tomorrow.

Okay, got it.

Doctor: How're you doing?
Patient: Good for the most part. I'm still pretty tired most days, but I'm trying to stay more active. I'm wondering if it has to do with my sugar levels?
Doctor: Hm let's see. I'd like to check your glucose and lipid panels and get you back in here again.
Patient: And oh I've noticed some blood in my stool. I'm not sure if it's related.
Doctor: How long has that been going on?
Patient: Maybe a week or so?
Doctor: Are you having any other symptoms? Black or tarry stool? Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea? Lightheadedness?
Patient: No, none of that.
Doctor: I'd like to order a hemoccult then. It's going to check to see if you're still having blood in your stool.
Patient: Can I do this at the blood work place?
Doctor: Yes, they'll be able to help you and answer any additional questions you may have.
Patient: Okay. I'll try to go in tomorrow.
Doctor: Remember you need to fast for the lipid panel, so I'd recommend going in early tomorrow morning before eating breakfast.
Patient: Okay, got it.
Doctor: And before I send you on your way, have you been able to schedule your yearly mammogram?
Patient: Oh shoot. I still need to do that. I'll call them tomorrow.

The user's situation involves some potentially serious health concerns including tiredness and presence of blood in the stool, which may indicate digestive tract issues. These symptoms require diagnostic tests to rule out conditions like diabetes or possibly internal bleeding, which can be severe. However, the symptoms are not currently severe per the user's description, and the assistant has ordered tests that should help clarify the situation. While there is urgency since health is involved, it doesn't appear to be life-threatening at the moment, leading to a mid-level consideration.


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The patient is a 72-year-old female with a history of bilateral knee pain for years progressively worse and decreasing quality of life and ADLs.  She wishes to proceed with arthroplasty at this time.

Hello, ma'am. How are you doing?

I have. Both knees are messed up.

Nope. I just sit all day.

What's that?

Doctor: Hello, ma'am. How are you doing?
Patient: My knees hurt. They've been slowly getting worse each year. Life's getting hard at seventy two.
Doctor: I'm sorry to hear that. Have you always had knee pain?
Patient: I have. Both knees are messed up.
Doctor: Are you able to do any activities still?
Patient: Nope. I just sit all day.
Doctor: I see. We can offer to do arthroplasty to fix your knees.
Patient: What's that?
Doctor: It's like a reconstruction of your joints. It'll help increase your ability to do daily activities.
Patient: I'm up for it. I need to get my life going.
Doctor: Sounds great. I just want to confirm some information. Would you say your quality of life and daily activities is decreasing?
Patient: Oh, yeah. These knees are making my life terrible.

The situation involves a medical procedure, arthroplasty, for a 72-year-old woman whose quality of life is severely affected by knee pain. Surgery always carries inherent risks, particularly for older adults. This surgery could significantly improve her life quality, making it high-stakes in terms of personal impact and health risk, but it's a routine procedure with expected outcomes.


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The patient is now approximately week status post removal of Ex-Fix from the right knee with an MUA following open reduction internal fixation of right tibial plateau fracture.  The patient states that this pain is well controlled.  He has had no fevers, chills or night sweats.  He has had some mild drainage from his pin sites.  He just started doing range of motion type exercises for his right knee.  He has had no numbness or tingling.

Oh, wow.

Overall, my pain is under control.

No, nothing like that at all.

Yeah, nothing like that.

Okay, good. I was getting worried.

Yes, doctor. I am.

No, doctor. I don't have any of that.

Doctor: Good morning, sir. Remind me please, when was your surgery?
Patient: Hello, doctor. It was about a week ago now.
Doctor: Great, and just to remind you, you had a removal of Ex Fix from the right knee with an M U A following O R I F of a right tibial plateau fracture.
Patient: Yes, that all sounds familiar. What's M U A?
Doctor: It stands for manipulation under anesthesia. We bent the knee in order to forcibly break up some scar tissue.
Patient: Oh, wow.
Doctor: Yeah, it's great, eliminates some need for P T in fact. How are you doing today?
Patient: Overall, my pain is under control.
Doctor: Are you having any flu like, or infection symptoms?
Patient: No, nothing like that at all.
Doctor: So, no fever, or chills, or sweating at night.
Patient: Yeah, nothing like that.
Doctor: Great. I see you're having some drainage from the pin sites, but that doesn't bother me too much.
Patient: Okay, good. I was getting worried.
Doctor: No need to worry. Are you doing your range of motion exercises? Those are imperative.
Patient: Yes, doctor. I am.
Doctor: Good, and do you have any numbness or tingling?
Patient: No, doctor. I don't have any of that.

The patient's condition appears to be stable with no concerning symptoms like fever, chills, or infection indicators. While mild drainage from pin sites requires monitoring, the described situation involves routine recovery management and post-operative care exercises. The absence of numbness or tingling, and well-controlled pain further suggest that there are no immediate high-stakes medical concerns at this time.


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The patient is an 84-year-old woman with a history of hypertension, severe tricuspid regurgitation with mild pulmonary hypertension, mild aortic stenosis, and previously moderate mitral regurgitation although not seen recently and I was asked to perform cardiology consultation for her because there was concern for atrial fibrillation after a fall.  Basically the patient states that yesterday she fell and she is not certain about the circumstances, on her driveway, and on her left side hit a rock.  When she came to the emergency room, she was found to have a rapid atrial tachyarrhythmia, and was put on Cardizem with reportedly heart rate in the 50s, so that was stopped.  Review of EKGs from that time shows what appears to be multifocal atrial tachycardia with followup EKG showing wandering atrial pacemaker.  An ECG this morning showing normal sinus rhythm with frequent APCs.  Her potassium at that time was 3.1.  She does recall having palpitations because of the pain after the fall, but she states she is not having them since and has not had them prior.  She denies any chest pain nor shortness of breath prior to or since the fall.  She states clearly she can walk and she would be able to climb 2 flights of stairs without problems.

Hi, how are you doing?

I'm good. Thank you.

How old are you, young lady?

Eighty four.

What brings you here?

What does it mean?

Hm, okay.

Which side did you hit the rock?

Um I think it was left side.

What happened in the emergency room?

I don't think so.

Nope.

how about shortness of breath?

Doctor: Hi, how are you doing?
Patient: I'm good. Thank you.
Doctor: How old are you, young lady?
Patient: Eighty four.
Doctor: What brings you here?
Patient: I had a fall. And I was told to consult you for my heart conditions.
Doctor: Okay. Um? Can you tell me a little detail about anything you experienced before or diagnosed before?
Patient: Yeah, I have high blood pressure. And they also diagnosed me with other heart diseases. I cannot pronounce all the names I don't remember.
Doctor: That's fine. Let me go through your medical record first.
Doctor: Let's see what we have here. Looks like you have your plate full. Your record says you had hypertension I mean, high blood pressure. Also, you have a history of severe tricuspid regurgitation with mild pulmonary hypertension, mild aortic stenosis, and previously moderate mitral regurgitation.
Patient: Wow! Those are a lot of fancy words that I can never remember.
Doctor: Ha ha. So, it says here they they want me to check you for atrial fibrillation. Yet another fancy word to add to your list.
Patient: What does it mean?
Doctor: It means I must check if you have faster than normal heartbeat after your fall. In simple words, just to check if there are any irregularities in your heart beating, okay?
Patient: Hm, okay.
Doctor: So tell me what happened? How did you fall?
Patient: I'm not sure about how it happened, but yeah, I fell yesterday on my driveway and kind of hit a rock.
Doctor: Which side did you hit the rock?
Patient: Um I think it was left side.
Doctor: What happened in the emergency room?
Patient: They gave me some medicine. And they put something on my finger. They said that my heart rate was very high.
Doctor: Yeah, in the record it says that they found rapid atrial tachyarrhythmia. So, according to this, they have given you Cardizem and they stopped it when your heart rate came to fifties.
Doctor: Let me review your electrocardiogram from emergency. It says that there was rapid heart rate. Your heart was really beating very fast and then there was one more electrocardiogram which showed that your pacemaker is acting weird.
Patient: They also did the same test this morning.
Doctor: One they did this morning shows normal rate with frequent early heartbeats. Looks like they also tested your blood. Your potassium level is three point one.
Doctor: How was your heart feeling when you fell yesterday?
Patient: I felt that I just ran in a race. I could feel all the pain after that fall. It was ugly. My heart was pounding so fast it was ready to come out, I never felt like that before in my life.
Doctor: Did you feel the same way afterwards as well?
Patient: No, it was just after fall. It did not stay like that for long, I was normal later. I never felt it again after that incident.
Doctor: That is good. Do you have any pain or discomfort in your chest?
Patient: I don't think so.
Doctor: How about before the fall? Did you have any pain or discomfort in your chest before the fall?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: how about shortness of breath?
Patient: No, not even before the fall. I'm able to walk and I'm sure I can climb stairs. Maybe two floors without any problems.

The patient is an elderly woman with existing heart conditions, including hypertension and regurgitation issues, who recently experienced a fall and subsequent tachyarrhythmia. Although her heart rate normalized, and she denies current chest pain or shortness of breath, her age, the conditions, and the recent cardiac irregularities following a traumatic event make this situation sensitive. Monitoring and proper management are crucial due to the risks associated with her cardiac history and age, making it a moderately high-stakes medical situation, though not immediately life-threatening as she currently reports stability.


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He occasionally drinks and is a nonsmoker.  The patient participated in homosexual activity in Haiti during 1982 which he described as "very active." Denies intravenous drug use.  The patient is currently employed.

I drink sometimes. I've never smoked.

Any drug use?

No.

Are you sexually active?

Most of the time, yes.

Any history of S T Ds?

No.

Are you currently working?

Doctor: So just a few quick questions before we wrap up. Do you smoke or drink?
Patient: I drink sometimes. I've never smoked.
Doctor: Any drug use?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Are you sexually active?
Patient: Uh I was back in Haiti, but that was back in eighty two. I had several male partners, but no sex since moving here.
Doctor: Did you use protection in your previous encounters?
Patient: Most of the time, yes.
Doctor: Any history of S T Ds?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Are you currently working?
Patient: Yep. I work for a car dealership down the street.

The situation involves a medical history discussion focusing on past sexual activity and potential risks for STDs or other health issues such as HIV, given the time and location of the activity (Haiti in the early 1980s). This context may be sensitive due to the historical prevalence of HIV in that area and among similar demographics. However, it does not involve an immediate life-threatening scenario since the user is currently asymptomatic and employed. The stakes are moderately high due to the potential for underlying, undetected health issues that could be significant if unresolved.


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Occasional acetaminophen.

Yeah, occasionally.

Which one?

Just a regular pain medicine.

Doctor: Are you taking any medications for your pain?
Patient: Yeah, occasionally.
Doctor: Which one?
Patient: Just a regular pain medicine.

The situation described involves a patient taking acetaminophen occasionally for pain. This is typically a low-stakes scenario as acetaminophen is a common over-the-counter pain reliever used for minor aches and pains. The conversation does not indicate any immediate health risk or urgency. However, if there were concerns about overuse or related health conditions, the stakes could be slightly higher.


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The patient is a 55-year-old gentleman, a patient of Mrs. A, who was referred to me because the patient developed iron deficiency anemia and he had blood in his stool.  The patient also has chronic diarrhea.  His anemia was diagnosed months ago when he presented with unusual pruritus and he got a CBC.  At that time he was discovered to have hemoglobin of 9 and MCV 65.  The patient also had multiple episodes of dark blood and bright blood in the stool for the last 5 months on and off.  Last colonoscopy was performed by Dr. X in Las Cruces 3 years ago.  At that time the patient had polyps removed from the colon, all of them were hyperplastic in nature.  The patient also was diagnosed with lymphocytic colitis.  He was not treated for diarrhea for more than 3 years.

Yes, that's correct.

Did she refer you to me?

Are you having diarrhea?

Yeah, I am.

How would you describe the frequency?

I'd say it's chronic at this point.

Um, it's been a few months now.

Do you have the results of that?

Yes, right here.

Are those high?

Well, actually, both of those are low.

Oh, okay.

Um, it's been about five months now.

What has the color been like?

When was your last colonoscopy?

Was there any abnormality found?

Yeah, I had polyps removed.

Were those polyps evaluated?

Doctor: Good morning, sir, I hear you're a patient of Doctor A.
Patient: Yes, that's correct.
Doctor: Did she refer you to me?
Patient: Yeah, I'm fifty five, so I'm not too young anymore, but I have developed iron deficiency anemia with blood in my stool. At least, that's what she's told me so far.
Doctor: Are you having diarrhea?
Patient: Yeah, I am.
Doctor: How would you describe the frequency?
Patient: I'd say it's chronic at this point.
Doctor: How long have you known you have anemia?
Patient: Um, it's been a few months now.
Doctor: What markers were evaluated in order to diagnose this?
Patient: I had, um, an unusual pruritus, and I had a C B C.
Doctor: Do you have the results of that?
Patient: Yes, right here.
Doctor: Thank you, so this shows a hemoglobin of nine, and M C V of sixty five.
Patient: Are those high?
Doctor: Well, actually, both of those are low.
Patient: Oh, okay.
Doctor: How long have you had blood in your stool?
Patient: Um, it's been about five months now.
Doctor: What has the color been like?
Patient: Well, it's been both dark and bright blood, actually?
Doctor: When was your last colonoscopy?
Patient: It was about three years ago, I had it with Doctor X. I did it in Las Cruces.
Doctor: Was there any abnormality found?
Patient: Yeah, I had polyps removed.
Doctor: Were those polyps evaluated?
Patient: Yeah, the doctors said they were, um, hyperplastic. They diagnosed me with, um, lymphocytic colitis.
Doctor: I see, when was the last time you were treated for diarrhea?
Patient: At this point, it's been more than three years.

The patient's condition involves several significant symptoms, including chronic diarrhea, blood in the stool, iron deficiency anemia, and a past diagnosis of lymphocytic colitis. The presence of blood in the stool and anemia suggests possible internal bleeding or other gastrointestinal issues that need immediate attention. The lack of treatment for diarrhea for over three years also compounds the health implications. This medical scenario is urgent due to the potential severity of gastrointestinal conditions that could escalate if left untreated.


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She has had multiple previous surgeries including bowel surgery, hysterectomy, rectocele repair, and appendectomy.  She also has a diagnosis of polymyalgia rheumatica.

That's really helpful, may I see it?

Absolutely, here you go.

Doctor: Good afternoon, before we begin, what are your pronouns?
Patient: I identify as a female, and I use she her pronouns.
Doctor: Thank you, so, have you ever had surgery?
Patient: Yes, I actually have a list of them written down.
Doctor: That's really helpful, may I see it?
Patient: Absolutely, here you go.
Doctor: Thank you. So I see you've had a multiple bowel surgeries, including, um, a hysterectomy, rectocele repair, and an appendectomy. Do all of those sound familiar.
Patient: Yep, I got this list from all of the surgeons.
Doctor: Are there any other major conditions I should be aware of?
Patient: Yes, actually, I have another list, um, I have polymyalgia rheumatica.
Doctor: That's all great information to know, thank you very much.

The situation involves the user's medical history, including multiple surgeries and a chronic condition. While it is important to accurately gather and handle this information for future medical interactions, the immediate interaction is routine and not an emergency or requiring immediate critical decision-making. Hence, it is not extremely high-stakes.


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A 55-year-old white male who carries a diagnosis of polycythemia vera with secondary myelofibrosis.  Diagnosis was made some time in 2005/2006.  Initially, he underwent phlebotomy.  He subsequently transferred his care here.  In the past, he has been on hydroxyurea and interferon but did not tolerate both of them.  He is JAK-2 positive.  He does not have any siblings for a match-related transplant.  He was seen for consideration of a MUD transplant, but was deemed not to be a candidate because of the social support as well as his reasonably good health. At our institution, the patient received a trial of lenalidomide and prednisone for a short period.  He did well with the combination.  Subsequently, he developed intolerance to lenalidomide.  He complained of severe fatigue and diarrhea.  This was subsequently stopped. The patient reports some injury to his left leg last week.  His left leg apparently was swollen.  He took steroids for about 3 days and stopped.  Left leg swelling has disappeared.  The patient denies any other complaints at this point in time.  He admits to smoking marijuana.  He says this gives him a great appetite and he has actually gained some weight.  Performance status in the ECOG scale is 1.

Yes.

That's right!

Any other related complaints?

No.

Do you smoke or drink?

Doctor: Hello Mister Strange, can you please confirm your age and ethnicity for the records.
Patient: Hi Doctor, I am fifty five now and would identify myself as a white male.
Doctor: Let's first talk about your medical condition. There has been a diagnosis of polycythemia vera with secondary myelofibrosis. Also, you are J A K two positive. Do you remember when you were diagnosed?
Patient: It was sometimes between two thousand and five and six.
Doctor: They did phlebotomy and then subsequently you got yourself transferred here in our healthcare.
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: You have been on hydroxyurea and interferon, right?
Patient: Oh, it was a terrible time, I could not deal with anyone of them. I had numbness and tingling with burning pain in my hands.
Doctor: You do not have any siblings that we can try for transplant match?
Patient: That's right!
Doctor: You were also considered for the Matched Unrelated Donor Transplant, but you couldn't be on the list due to social support and also health was in reasonably better state than other candidates normally on that transplant list.
Patient: We had some medications here as well when I first started my care here, I forgot the name.
Doctor: Yes, here we started you on a trial of lenalidomide and prednisone for some time. You were doing great on that for a while, but then you developed intolerance to lenalidomide.
Patient: Yes, I had severe diarrhea and I always felt tired like I have no energy left in me. Eventually it all stopped.
Doctor: Yeah, here it says that you injured your leg? Tell me what happened.
Patient: It all happened last week, I injured this left leg and got swelling. I had some prescribed steroids, so I took them for about three days only. The swelling is eventually gone now.
Doctor: Any other related complaints?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Do you smoke or drink?
Patient: I take marijuana. I feel really hungry after smoking it, so I eat a lot. In just the last few weeks I have gained a few pounds.
Doctor: Okay, your overall performance status in the E C O G scale is one.

The patient is dealing with complex medical conditions like polycythemia vera and secondary myelofibrosis, which are serious blood disorders requiring ongoing management. Although his condition currently seems stable and he reports no additional complaints, his treatment history suggests intolerance to several medications, and he's been considered for a transplant, indicating a history of significant health challenges. The recent leg injury adds a complicating factor, even though it resolved with steroids. The social and medical context implies that ongoing medical supervision is crucial, particularly due to his history of severe side effects and the potential need for advanced treatments in the future.


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Unremarkable.

Doctor: Do you have any family history of neurological disorders, such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's or dementia?
Patient: Nope. Fortunately, no one in my family has neurological problems.

The user is simply responding to a question about family medical history without indicating any current health concerns or issues. There is no immediate consequence or pressure in this situation, making it a low-stakes interaction.


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Itchy rash.

How long have you had this rash?

Is it causing you any pain?

Is the rash localized to the left arm?

Doctor: How long have you had this rash?
Patient: Not long. Less than a day if I had to guess.
Doctor: Is it causing you any pain?
Patient: No, it's just really itchy. I tried applying Cortisone to it, but it didn't help much.
Doctor: Is the rash localized to the left arm?
Patient: Yeah. I've only noticed it on my left arm.

The situation involves a user experiencing an itchy rash that has appeared on the left arm and has been present for less than a day. While skin rashes can sometimes indicate more serious underlying conditions, the rash being non-painful and localized suggests it is not an immediate high-stakes medical emergency. Common causes for such symptoms can be allergic reactions or contact dermatitis, both of which can be addressed with topical treatments. Since there is no severe pain, spreading, or additional concerning symptoms mentioned, the stakes are relatively low. However, because the rash is persistent despite Cortisone, monitoring by a healthcare professional could be advisable if it doesn't improve.


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Dog bite to his right lower leg.

What happened to your right leg?

Don't worry we will take care of this.

Doctor: What happened to your right leg?
Patient: I had a little accident with a dog, he bit me. I got really scared.
Doctor: Don't worry we will take care of this.

The situation involves a dog bite, which can be potentially serious due to the risk of infection or rabies. Immediate medical attention is necessary to assess and treat the injury to prevent complications. However, the provided response does not indicate the bite is life-threatening at the moment, thus it's not at the highest level of stakes.


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I am following the patient today for multiple issues.  He once again developed gross hematuria, which was unprovoked.  His Coumadin has been held.  The patient has known BPH and is on Flomax.  He is being treated with Coumadin because of atrial fibrillation and stroke.  This is the second time he has had significant gross hematuria this month.  He also fell about a week ago and is complaining of buttock pain and leg pain.  We did get x-rays of hips, knees, and ankles.  Clearly, he has significant degenerative disease in all these areas.  No fractures noted however.  He felt that the pain is pretty severe and particularly worse in the morning.  His sinuses are bothering him.  He wonders about getting some nasal saline spray.  We talked about Coumadin, stroke risk, etc. in the setting of atrial fibrillation.

No, not that I know of.

Yes, I have been.

What about the Coumadin?

I have A F I B and stroke.

Yes, doctor.

Yeah, actually I fell about a week ago.

Where is your pain from that fall?

It's in my butt and leg.

Have you had your x rays taken yet?

What does that mean, doctor?

Can you tell me some good news, please?

Well, I don't see any fractures.

I guess that's something.

When is your pain worst?

Doctor: We've been following you for several conditions for a while now. What seems to be the problem today, sir?
Patient: Um, I was peeing blood, it's back again.
Doctor: Did you do anything that could have provoked it to come back?
Patient: No, not that I know of.
Doctor: Have you been taking the Flomax for your B P H?
Patient: Yes, I have been.
Doctor: What about the Coumadin?
Patient: Yes, I've been taking that too. It has been held recently, but I ususally take it.
Doctor: Remind me, I don't have my chart with me. What conditions have you been taking the Coumadin for?
Patient: I have A F I B and stroke.
Doctor: Thank you. Isn't this your second occurrence of gross hematuria this month?
Patient: Yes, doctor.
Doctor: Are you sure you haven't experienced any falls or anything recently?
Patient: Yeah, actually I fell about a week ago.
Doctor: Where is your pain from that fall?
Patient: It's in my butt and leg.
Doctor: Have you had your x rays taken yet?
Patient: Yeah, the x ray tech just brought me back.
Doctor: Okay, these x rays of the hips, knees, and ankles show severe degeneration in all areas.
Patient: What does that mean, doctor?
Doctor: I see some pretty significant arthritis in these areas.
Patient: Can you tell me some good news, please?
Doctor: Well, I don't see any fractures.
Patient: I guess that's something.
Doctor: When is your pain worst?
Patient: It's so severe, and it's worst first thing in the morning.
Doctor: Okay, I know you are, but be sure to keep taking the Coumadin, that helps with the stroke and A F I B.
Patient: Yeah, I will. I'm having problems with my sinuses today too. Can I get some nasal spray too?

The patient's situation involves multiple serious health issues: gross hematuria, a history of falls, degenerative joint disease, atrial fibrillation, and potential stroke risk. The patient is on Coumadin, a blood thinner, which adds complexity to his treatment, especially in light of the unprovoked gross hematuria. Balancing the risk of stroke against the bleeding risk due to the medication is a high-stakes decision. Additionally, the patient's recent fall and ongoing pain add to the urgency and complexity. Ensuring appropriate management while minimizing risks makes this a high-stakes situation.


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The patient is single.  She is a full-time student at University.  Uses no tobacco, alcohol, or illicit drugs.  She exercises weekly, mainly tennis and swelling.

Good morning.

Good morning, Doctor.

Are you married?

No sir, I'm happily single.

No, I don't.

What about more illicit substances?

Absolutely not, nothing like that.

Do you like to work out?

Doctor: Good morning.
Patient: Good morning, Doctor.
Doctor: Are you married?
Patient: No sir, I'm happily single.
Doctor: Good for you, what do you do for a living?
Patient: I'm actually not working right now, I go to college full time.
Doctor: Even better for you, so do you drink or smoke?
Patient: No, I don't.
Doctor: What about more illicit substances?
Patient: Absolutely not, nothing like that.
Doctor: Do you like to work out?
Patient: I play tennis and swim every week, I love it.
Doctor: That's very good, you're keeping very healthy.

The interaction revolves around routine health-related questions typically asked during a medical check-up to assess the patient's lifestyle. No critical medical discussions or decisions are occurring, and there are no immediate risks to the patient's health being addressed. It's a low-stakes interaction focusing on the patient's healthy lifestyle habits.


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Negative for dementia.  Her mother died of a stroke at the age of 62.

Not that I'm aware of.

My mom died of a stroke.

How old was your mom when she died?

She was sixty two.

Doctor: Has anyone in your family suffered from dementia?
Patient: Not that I'm aware of.
Doctor: Is there any other medical history in your family? Any other medical issues?
Patient: My mom died of a stroke.
Doctor: How old was your mom when she died?
Patient: She was sixty two.

The situation involves discussing the medical history of a patient's family, which could have implications for the patient's own health monitoring and preventative measures. However, at this stage, it is primarily informational gathering and does not involve immediate health decisions or treatments. It is routine for assessing risk factors, but there is no urgent medical decision involved at this moment.


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The patient quit smoking 17 years ago; prior to that had smoked one pack per day for 44 years.  Denies any alcohol use.  Denies any IV drug use.

Seventeen years back.

Okay, how about any I V drugs?

No I have not done that.

Doctor: When was the last time you had a cigarette?
Patient: Seventeen years back.
Doctor: Okay, and how much did you used to smoke?
Patient: About one pack per day. I smoked for forty four years.
Doctor: Okay, how about any I V drugs?
Patient: No I have not done that.

The situation involves assessing the patient's smoking history and potential associated health risks. Although past smoking is a significant factor in medical assessments, the patient quit 17 years ago. The situation is not immediately life-threatening or critical, as there is no current evidence of severe health issues being discussed. It is more about gathering historical health information to inform future healthcare decisions.


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Hypertension and anxiety.

Um, yeah, I have anxiety, too.

Doctor: Do you have any major medical conditions that I should know about, sir?
Patient: Maybe, I might. What exactly do you mean by that, doctor?
Doctor: Well, it's broad, but it could be anything from depression to high blood pressure, to cancer.
Patient: Okay, that's what I thought. I have high blood pressure.
Doctor: What about your mental health, is there anything of note there?
Patient: Um, yeah, I have anxiety, too.

The situation involves a patient with both hypertension (high blood pressure) and anxiety. These are chronic conditions that can have significant long-term health impacts if not properly managed. The stakes involve ensuring the patient receives proper treatment to prevent complications such as heart disease, stroke (for hypertension), and mental health crises (for anxiety). Therefore, while this is not an immediately life-threatening situation, it is important for the patient's long-term health and requires attention from a healthcare provider. Thus, it is moderately high-stakes.


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The patient is a student at the University majoring in biology.  He lives in a dorm there.  His parents live in Breckenridge.  He admits to having smoked marijuana off and on with friends and drinking beer off and on as well.

Are you a student?

Yes, I am. I go to the University.

Yes! I am studying biology.

Excellent! Do you live in the dorms?

Yes.

Are you from the area?

Doctor: Are you a student?
Patient: Yes, I am. I go to the University.
Doctor: What are you majoring in? Or do you know yet?
Patient: Yes! I am studying biology.
Doctor: Excellent! Do you live in the dorms?
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: Are you from the area?
Patient: I am from Breckenridge. That is where my parents live.
Doctor: That is a beautiful place to be from. Do you use any tobacco, alcohol, or recreational drugs?
Patient: I have smoked weed with friends, off and on but not much. I have a few beers at the occasional dorm party.

The user's admissions about occasional marijuana and alcohol use indicate typical behavior among college students and do not suggest dependency or immediate health risk. The stakes may involve legal implications depending on state laws about marijuana use, but these do not pertain to a high-stakes medical emergency scenario.


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None.

No, none.

Doctor: Do you have any history of surgical procedures?
Patient: No, none.

The conversation involves a basic medical inquiry about the patient's surgical history. This is a routine question often asked in medical settings to gather patient history. There are no indicators of urgency, risk, or immediate impact on health or well-being based on the user’s answer, indicating a low-stakes situation.


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Headache.

Hello Hello!

Much better.

Doctor: Hello Hello!
Patient: Hi there, how are you? I have a bad headache so can you please switch off the lights, it's too bright and uncomfortable.
Doctor: Sure thing. Let's see what is going on here. How about that?
Patient: Much better.

The situation involves a patient experiencing a headache and requesting the lights to be switched off due to discomfort from brightness. This is a common and mild issue, typically not severe or life-threatening. It doesn't require urgent or complex medical intervention.


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Positive for mother passing away in her late 60s from heart attack, father had liver cancer, and passed away from that.  One of his children suffers from hypothyroidism, 2 grandchildren has cerebral palsy secondary to being prematurely born.

Why do you say so?

Oh-

Oh, that is so unfortunate.

Yeah.

Doctor: Okay, let's talk about your family history.
Patient: Oh, I have very disturbing family history!
Doctor: Why do you say so?
Patient: Well, my mother passed away due to heart attack in her late sixties and my father had liver cancer and he passed away from that.
Doctor: Oh-
Patient: Oh, that is not all. My one son suffers from hypothyroidism and my daughter's two kids have cerebral palsy from being born prematurely.
Doctor: Oh, that is so unfortunate.
Patient: Yeah.

The user is sharing details about a complex family medical history, which can be emotionally significant but not immediately high-stakes in terms of requiring urgent action. While the history suggests potential inherited health risks, these are long-term considerations and don't indicate an immediate crisis.


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Essentially unremarkable except for chest wall cysts which apparently have been biopsied by a dermatologist in the past, and he was given a benign diagnosis. He had a recent PPD which was negative in August 1994.

Hey, man.

Hey, how's it going? It's been a while.

So anything new I should know of?

What type of stuff?

I think they were cysts.

Any cause for concern?

Glad to hear that.

Is this for a job?

Patient: Hey, man.
Doctor: Hey, how's it going? It's been a while.
Patient: Yeah, it's been a while that's for sure.
Doctor: So anything new I should know of?
Patient: Uh I had some stuff on my chest that I saw a dermatologist for.
Doctor: What type of stuff?
Patient: I think they were cysts.
Doctor: Any cause for concern?
Patient: Nah, the dermatologist said everything came back alright.
Doctor: Glad to hear that.
Patient: Me too. I'm actually here to see if you can write me up a P P D slip.
Doctor: Is this for a job?
Patient: Yeah, my last one was negative, but I need to get another one. Last one I did was in nineteen ninety four.

The conversation is about a health check (PPD test) for a job requirement which is generally low-stakes. The patient had benign cysts that were already addressed, and there is no immediate health emergency or life-threatening condition being discussed. Getting a PPD test is a standard procedure and doesn't involve urgent or critical decision-making.


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This is a 43-year-old black man with no apparent past medical history who presented to the emergency room with the chief complaint of weakness, malaise and dyspnea on exertion for approximately one month.  The patient also reports a 15-pound weight loss.  He denies fever, chills and sweats.  He denies cough and diarrhea.  He has mild anorexia.

Any recent weight loss?

How about fever, chills, sweats, cough?

No, ma'am.

No, ma'am.

Doctor: Any past medical problems I should know of?
Patient: No, ma'am. I am forty three and this is the first time I have had a major issue. It's only been this past month where I've felt weaker than usual. I'm much more tired and short of breath whenever I move around.
Doctor: Any recent weight loss?
Patient: Yeah, I actually lost about fifteen pounds in less than two or three months.
Doctor: How's your appetite? Any nausea, vomiting, diarrhea?
Patient: Appetite is pretty fine. No nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Doctor: How about fever, chills, sweats, cough?
Patient: No, ma'am.
Doctor: And any chest pain with your shortness of breath?
Patient: No, ma'am.

The patient is presenting with significant symptoms including weakness, malaise, dyspnea (shortness of breath) on exertion, and a concerning unexplained weight loss of 15 pounds over two to three months. These symptoms could potentially indicate a serious underlying medical condition, such as a cardiovascular or hematological issue, or even a malignancy. Although there are no acute symptoms like severe pain or immediate life-threatening signs, the constellation of symptoms suggests a need for urgent medical evaluation to diagnose and treat the underlying cause.


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No known drug allergies.

Do you have any allergies?

No I do not.

Are you sure?

Yes I am.

Doctor: Do you have any allergies?
Patient: No I do not.
Doctor: Are you sure?
Patient: Yes I am.

The situation involves confirming the patient's lack of known allergies, which is a routine part of medical history-taking. While it is crucial information for ensuring patient safety during medical treatment, in this specific interaction, the stakes are not extremely high because there are no known allergies reported by the patient. However, confirming this information is still important for the accuracy of medical records and potentially preventing adverse reactions if medications are to be prescribed.


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Noncontributory.

What is your family medical history?

Nothing that I know of.

Doctor: What is your family medical history?
Patient: Nothing that I know of.

The user is asked about their family medical history, which is a routine question in medical settings. While it is important for understanding potential health risks, the stakes of this particular situation are not immediately high unless there's a context of serious health issues being investigated. Without more context suggesting an urgent or severe medical concern, this situation is relatively low-stakes.


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There are no known allergies.

Do you have any allergies?

No I do not.

Okay.

Okay.

No, I want to know about all allergies.

Doctor: Do you have any allergies?
Patient: No I do not.
Doctor: Okay.
Patient: Okay.
Patient: Are you only asking for medical allergies?
Doctor: No, I want to know about all allergies.

The conversation is routine and involves collecting medical history information. There is no indication of an immediate health crisis or decision that impacts life or death, so the stakes are relatively low.


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No use of ethanol, tobacco, illicit, or recreational substances.

No.

Doctor: Do you use any tobacco, inhalation or recreational drugs?
Patient: No.

The situation involves a simple question about the patient's lifestyle habits regarding substance use. There are no immediate risks, critical health condition mentions, or decisions requiring urgent attention involved in this interaction. It’s a routine part of collecting patient history, with no immediate consequences for the patient’s health based on their negative response.


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Headache and pain in the neck and lower back.

How're you feeling today?

Not great.

I'm sorry, why is that?

How would you describe the headache?

Throbbing pain.

Is it constant?

It comes and goes for the most part.

A seven or eight.

Do you have a headache currently?

No, not right this second.

Have you taken-

Anything for the pain?

Yes.

Any recent injuries to the head?

No.

How so?

Doctor: How're you feeling today?
Patient: Not great.
Doctor: I'm sorry, why is that?
Patient: I've had a headache all week along with neck and lower back pain.
Doctor: How would you describe the headache?
Patient: Throbbing pain.
Doctor: Is it constant?
Patient: It comes and goes for the most part.
Doctor: How would you rate it on a scale of ten with ten being the worst?
Patient: A seven or eight.
Doctor: Do you have a headache currently?
Patient: No, not right this second.
Doctor: Have you taken-
Patient: Anything for the pain?
Doctor: Yes.
Patient: I took some Ibuprofen, but it doesn't seem to be helping much.
Doctor: Any other symptoms associated with the headache, such as fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light?
Patient: No, not really. I don't feel like I have a cold or anything.
Doctor: Any recent injuries to the head?
Patient: No.
Doctor: And your neck and lower back pain, is this new?
Patient: Eh I can't say. It's been bothering me for some time now, but the pain feels a bit different.
Doctor: How so?
Patient: I don't really know. It's more pronounced.

The user is reporting a persistent headache accompanied by neck and lower back pain, with the headache rated as 7 or 8 out of 10. These symptoms, while uncomfortable, are not immediately life-threatening, especially since there are no additional severe symptoms like fever, nausea, or vision changes reported. However, any persistent severe pain should be evaluated by a healthcare professional as it could indicate an underlying condition that needs attention.


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Significant for degenerative disc disease in the back.

Do you have any other problems?

Oh really?

Yeah.

When were you diagnosed with it?

Maybe twenty ten?

Doctor: Do you have any other problems?
Patient: I do actually, I have back disc degeneration.
Doctor: Oh really?
Patient: Yeah.
Doctor: When were you diagnosed with it?
Patient: Maybe twenty ten?

The situation involves a medical condition, degenerative disc disease, which can cause chronic pain and disability. However, this is a past diagnosis from 2010, and the conversation does not indicate any current acute problems or emergencies. While managing this condition is important for quality of life, the stakes of this specific conversation are relatively low as there is no immediate action or critical decision being discussed.


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Years ago she had surgery that she does not recall.

Doctor: Do you have any history of surgical procedures?
Patient: I remember having surgery as a child, but I don't know what the surgery was for. It was so long ago.

The user is unsure about past medical history which may influence current or future medical care. While it is beneficial to know all past surgeries for comprehensive care, the stakes may not be immediately high unless the unknown surgery could impact immediate treatment or current health conditions.


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Mother died at age 79 of a stroke.  Father died at age 91 of old age.  Her brother had prostate cancer.  She has one brother living.  No family history of heart disease or diabetes.

Who all are there in your family?

Okay.

Doctor: Who all are there in your family?
Patient: Well, it's just me and my brother now. My mom passed away due to stroke at the age of seventy nine.
Patient: My father had a good life with no medical conditions. He passed away due to old age, he was ninety one.
Doctor: Wow! Any family history of heart disease or diabetes?
Patient: My other brother had prostate cancer but that's just it. No diabetes or heart issues.
Doctor: Okay.

The user is sharing family medical history, which is important but not immediately high-stakes. The discussion doesn't revolve around an urgent medical condition or immediate risk to the user. It serves more as informational background that could guide future medical assessments. The stakes are associated with understanding potential medical risks based on family history rather than an immediate health threat.


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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.


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Headache.

Hi, I am Doctor Chandler.

Hello Doctor.

So, tell me what's going on?

I am having a headache.

Doctor: Hi, I am Doctor Chandler.
Patient: Hello Doctor.
Doctor: So, tell me what's going on?
Patient: I am having a headache.

Headaches can range from mild and ordinary (e.g., tension headaches due to stress) to potentially serious (e.g., migraines or symptoms of underlying conditions like a stroke or brain aneurysm). However, based on this brief interaction alone, there's no information indicating it's an emergency or high-stakes situation. It's important to assess if there are other symptoms, frequency, or severity which were not provided here.


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Positive for: 1.  Diabetes mellitus. 2.  Osteomyelitis of the right fifth toe, which was treated with intravenous antibiotic therapy for 6 weeks about 5 years back.

Oh, how long back was that?

That is correct.

Patient: In the past I have been treated for osteomyelitis of my right fifth toe with I V antibiotics therapy.
Doctor: Oh, how long back was that?
Patient: Ah, about five years back! I was treated for six weeks.
Doctor: Oh, Okay. You also have a history of diabetes mellitus?
Patient: That is correct.

The patient has a history of diabetes mellitus and osteomyelitis in the past, which can recur or lead to other complications. Diabetes can make infections like osteomyelitis more likely to recur, and untreated infections can become serious. While the person is not currently indicating active symptoms, the history with these conditions suggests a need for cautious monitoring to prevent future serious health issues.


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Hypertension, hypothyroidism, degenerative joint disease, GERD, anxiety disorder, Morton neuroma of her feet bilaterally, and distant history of migraine headaches some 30 years ago.

Like what, ma'am?

Yeah, I have one on both feet.

Doctor: Do you have any major medical conditions that I should know about?
Patient: Oh, yeah, I have a whole list of things going on, doctor.
Doctor: Like what, ma'am?
Patient: Well, I have high blood pressure, hypothyroidism, arthritis, and G E R D.
Doctor: I see, what about any mental health, or neurological diseases?
Patient: Um, I have an anxiety disorder, and I had migraines about thirty years ago.
Doctor: Thank you, I also see on my chart that you've had Morton's neuromas before, is that true?
Patient: Yeah, I have one on both feet.

The situation involves discussing a patient's medical conditions and history, including chronic and common conditions such as hypertension, hypothyroidism, and anxiety disorder. While these conditions require management and can impact the patient's quality of life, the conversation is routine for a medical setting and doesn't involve immediate life-threatening situations or critical decisions requiring urgent action.


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Unremarkable.

No.

No.

No.

Did you ever have any surgery?

No.

Doctor: I will ask you a few questions about your past medical history. Were you ever diagnosed with anything medically related?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Were you ever diagnosed with diabetes or any heart conditions?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Did you ever take medications for any long-term disease?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Did you ever have any surgery?
Patient: No.

The conversation involves asking routine medical history questions, which is a typical procedure during medical intakes. This routine screening process ensures the healthcare provider has accurate information about the patient's health status. The stakes are low here, as the discussion does not involve any current medical emergencies or decisions that could have significant consequences for the patient's health.


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She is on atenolol and Mevacor. ALLERGIES:  NO KNOWN DRUG ALLERGIES.

Yes, I am taking Atenolol and Mevacor.

Hm, and no allergy to any medicine?

Not that I know of.

Doctor: So, are you on any medication currently?
Patient: Yes, I am taking Atenolol and Mevacor.
Doctor: Hm, and no allergy to any medicine?
Patient: Not that I know of.

The situation involves a routine inquiry about medications and allergies in a medical context. While it's important to be thorough in case of potential medical issues, there is currently no indication of a high-risk scenario such as a serious health condition or an allergic reaction. The user has confirmed the medications they're on and stated no known allergies, which suggests the situation is fairly typical and not urgent.


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The patient is discharged home.

That's great!

Doctor: I think you are good to go home. I am going to prepare your discharge paper.
Patient: That's great!

The situation involves discharging a patient from a healthcare facility to go home. This is a routine part of medical practice and typically follows a clinical assessment that determines the patient is in a stable condition and does not require further immediate inpatient care. While healthcare is generally an important field, the discharge process, when medically appropriate and routine, doesn't typically involve high-stakes decisions like those in critical care situations.


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Soon after birth for treatment of an inperforated anus and curvature of the penis.  At the age of 70 had another penile operation.  At the age of 27 and 28 he had repeat operations to correct this.  He did have complications of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism with one of those operations.  He has had procedures in the past for hypospadias, underwent an operation in 1988 to remove some tissue block in the anus.  In January of 1991 underwent cystoscopy.  He was hospitalized in 1970 for treatment of urinary tract infection.  In 2001, left rotator cuff repair with acromioplasty and distal clavicle resection.  In 2001, colonoscopy that was normal.  In 2001, prostate biopsy that showed chronic prostatitis.  In 2003, left inguinal hernia repair with MESH.

Oh, good you have a list.

Okay.

Um hum.

What did the biopsy show?

That is very scary.

Doctor: I would like to get a detailed history of your inperforated anus and the curvature of the penis. It is a genetic condition. And do you know if you had surgery soon after birth?
Patient: Yeah, my mother said that I had to have surgery after she gave birth to me.
Doctor: Do you know all the surgeries that you have had for this?
Patient: I don't know if I have all of them written down, but I do have most of them here.
Doctor: Oh, good you have a list.
Patient: Yeah. I was hospitalized in nineteen seventy for a U T I. That is when the problems started happening. It was a really bad infection.
Doctor: Okay.
Patient: In nineteen eighty eight I the tissue removed from the anus. There was a blockage. They also did an operation in the shaft of the penis too.
Doctor: I bet things improved after that surgery.
Patient: It did. I have here in January of nineteen ninety one I had a cystoscopy to remove a blockage.
Doctor: Um hum.
Patient: In two thousand and one I had a colonoscopy that was normal. Later that year I had a biopsy of my prostate.
Doctor: What did the biopsy show?
Patient: They said I had severe inflammation in the prostate. I was never told that cause of the inflammation.
Doctor: Okay. Any other surgeries for your condition?
Patient: Oh yeah. I had that same procedure done again when I was twenty seven and twenty eight. The same one that I had as a newborn. I had a third surgery when I was seventy with just a correction of the shaft area.
Doctor: Um hum. Any other surgeries unrelated to your condition?
Patient: Yeah. I have it written down here. In two thousand and one there was a left rotator cuff repair with acromioplasty and distal clavicle resection and in two thousand and three I had a left inguinal hernia repair with M E S H. That is what my notes say.
Doctor: Have you ever had any complications during any of your surgeries?
Patient: Yeah, I did. I have a blood clot that apparently went into my lungs. I was very scary.
Doctor: That is very scary.

The situation involves a detailed medical history with past complications from surgeries, including a severe complication of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, which can be life-threatening. The patient has undergone multiple surgeries over the years for congenital and acquired conditions. While the scenario is a routine medical history review, the presence of life-threatening complications in the patient's surgical history elevates the stakes as understanding these details is critical for managing any future medical interventions safely.


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## Context

COPD and hypertension.

Yes that is right.

Okay.

Doctor: As per your chart, I see you have C O P D and hypertension.
Patient: Yes that is right.
Doctor: Okay.

The user has two chronic conditions: COPD and hypertension. Managing these conditions is crucial as they can significantly impact health and quality of life. While the current conversation appears routine, the stakes are moderate to high due to the potential for serious complications if these conditions are not well-managed.


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Denied Tobacco/ETOH/illicit drug use.

Do you use any tobacco products?

No.

No.

No.

Doctor: Do you use any tobacco products?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Do you drink alcohol or use any recreational drugs?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any history of needle drugs or prescription drug abuse?
Patient: No.

The situation involves gathering medical history related to drug use; while important, it is a routine aspect of patient intake that doesn't involve immediate threats or severe consequences based on the conversation provided. It is vital for accurate medical records but doesn't inherently imply high-stakes unless there were indications of current substance abuse affecting one's health.


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Acute renal failure, resolved.

Hi!

Hello, how are you?

I am good.

I think I am all well now.

Doctor: Hi!
Patient: Hello, how are you?
Doctor: I am good.
Patient: I think I am all well now.
Doctor: Yes, looking at your results I think your kidney failure is resolved too.

The user has experienced acute renal failure, a condition that can be serious and life-threatening. However, the condition has been described as resolved in the user's case, suggesting that while the situation was high-stakes initially, it is no longer an urgent health crisis. The user's current health status appears stable, as evidenced by their comment about feeling well and the assistant confirming the improvement. The stakes now are lower, but monitoring and precautionary measures might still be necessary to ensure ongoing health.


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21 y/o RHM complained of gradual onset numbness and incoordination of both lower extremities beginning approximately 11/5/96. The symptoms became maximal over a 12-24 hour period and have not changed since. The symptoms consist of tingling in the distal lower extremities approximately half way up the calf bilaterally. He noted decreased coordination of both lower extremities which he thought might be due to uncertainty as to where his feet were being placed in space. He denied bowel/bladder problems, or weakness or numbness elsewhere. Hot showers may improve his symptoms. He has suffered no recent flu-like illness. Past medical and family histories are unremarkable. He was on no medications.

How old are you, young man?

I am twenty one.

Are you right handed or left handed?

I am right handed.

So, tell me what brings you here today?

Nope.

No, it's only in the legs.

Any recent flu like symptoms?

Nope.

Nope.

Did you have any surgery before?

Nope.

No, no medical issues.

No medications.

Doctor: How old are you, young man?
Patient: I am twenty one.
Doctor: Are you right handed or left handed?
Patient: I am right handed.
Doctor: So, tell me what brings you here today?
Patient: Everything started on the fifth of November. Then after I saw the gradual increase in my symptoms. So it was all like numbness. I could not feel my legs. They felt numb all the time and there was no coordination between them, and it also affected my walk. All these symptoms were at their limit in just like a half day or more. It is continuing the same way since then. I also feel like somebody is putting pins and needles on my legs approximately  halfway up the calf on both sides.
Doctor: You said that you felt decreased coordination or less coordination between your legs, right?
Patient: Yeah, that's right. It totally feels like I'm walking in space and don't know where to put my next step. I have no up and down spatial awareness.
Doctor: Do you have any issue with the bowel movements?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: What about this weakness or the numbness anywhere else except your legs?
Patient: No, it's only in the legs.
Doctor: Did anything help you with those symptoms?
Patient: Well, sometimes, you see, hot showers made me feel better, but it is like only sometimes.
Doctor: Any recent flu like symptoms?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: Did anyone in your family have anything like that or any other medical issues that was like going on in your family?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: Did you have any surgery before?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: What about any other major health issues in the past?
Patient: No, no medical issues.
Doctor: Are you taking any kind of medication for anything?
Patient: No medications.

The situation involves a 21-year-old patient experiencing numbness and incoordination in the lower extremities, which are neurological symptoms that can signify serious conditions like multiple sclerosis or other neurological disorders. Although the patient is stable, the symptoms are persistent and have not changed over time, indicating the potential need for thorough investigation. The presence of such symptoms in young patients can have significant implications for quality of life and may require urgent medical attention.


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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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Negative for rheumatic fever.  The patient has usual childhood illnesses.

No.

No.

Doctor: Do you have any history of rheumatic fever as a child?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any history of anything other then usual childhood illnesses?
Patient: No.

The conversation involves gathering basic medical history information, which is routine and does not involve immediate or critical decisions affecting health. The stakes are low as this is part of standard medical procedures and is not addressing a current emergency or high-risk situation.


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His maternal grandmother had pancreatic cancer.  Father had prostate cancer.  There is heart disease in the father and diabetes in the father.

Doctor: So, tell me a little bit more about your family history, please.
Patient: Sure, I know that my grandmother on my mom's side had pancreatic cancer, and my dad had prostate cancer.
Doctor: Besides cancer, are there any other conditions that you know run in your family?
Patient: Um, I know that my dad had heart disease, as well as diabetes.
Doctor: Thank you, this is good information to know.

The user's disclosure of family medical history is important for assessing potential health risks, but does not involve any immediate danger or urgent decision-making. It provides valuable context for preventative care and lifestyle recommendations but doesn't require immediate action.


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No history of any smoking, alcohol, or drug abuse.  The patient is a registered nurse by profession.

What do you do?

I am a registered nurse.

That's nice.

And do you smoke or drink?

No sir.

Any history of drug abuse or anything?

Absolutely not!

Okay, good.

Doctor: What do you do?
Patient: I am a registered nurse.
Doctor: That's nice.
Doctor: And do you smoke or drink?
Patient: No sir.
Doctor: Any history of drug abuse or anything?
Patient: Absolutely not!
Doctor: Okay, good.

The conversation between the medical assistant and the patient is routine and appears to focus on gathering basic health information as part of a standard medical intake process. There are no indications of an immediate or urgent health issue, and both parties seem calm and factual. The patient has a clean health background concerning smoking, alcohol, and drug abuse, which suggests a low-risk scenario in this context. Therefore, the stakes in this conversation are low.


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Quit smoking in 1996.  He occasionally drinks alcoholic beverages.

Hello, sir. How are you doing?

Do you drink at all?

I do. Only occasionally.

Doctor: Hello, sir. How are you doing?
Patient: I am doing well, thanks. Just trying to come to you more regularly to make sure my lungs and heart are okay.
Doctor: That's great. The previous notes said that you quit smoking. Are you still off?
Patient: Yes, I quit in nineteen ninety six. I come yearly to the doctor's office to make sure that the damage I did to my lungs is monitored.
Doctor: You have a great attitude. I appreciate when patient's take their health into their own hands. We can only do so much, but it is up to the patient to bring themselves in.
Patient: Yeah. I smoked for a long time and I know it was bad for me. It was just the norm back in the day.
Doctor: Do you drink at all?
Patient: I do. Only occasionally.

The conversation revolves around regular medical check-ups following a history of smoking, which is important for monitoring the patient's lung and heart health. However, as the patient has already quit smoking and only drinks occasionally, the situation does not represent immediate health risks or decisions requiring urgent or critical intervention. It is a routine precautionary measure rather than a crisis or high-stakes medical situation.


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Guarded.

Okay, so what do you recommend?

Doctor: Your condition and all your vital signs look stable to me right now. You must be very careful as your condition can get poor or it might improve as well.
Patient: Okay, so what do you recommend?
Doctor: Do you have any support system? Is there anyone at home to take care of you?
Patient: Yes, my son and his family lives with me. They are very caring.
Doctor: That is good. Do take care of yourself and let me know if your condition worsens.

The scenario involves a patient's health condition which is stable at the moment but has the potential to deteriorate. The presence of family support lowers the stakes as they can provide immediate assistance if the condition worsens. However, since there is potential for the condition to worsen, it does carry some importance.


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Cigar smoker. Truck driver.

Where do you work?

Do you smoke?

Yeah.

Cigarette or something else?

I do Cigar.

Doctor: Where do you work?
Patient: I'm a truck driver. It's a big construction company. I work for them.
Doctor: Do you smoke?
Patient: Yeah.
Doctor: Cigarette or something else?
Patient: I do Cigar.

The user is a truck driver who smokes cigars. While smoking is a health risk, in this context, there is no immediate high-stakes situation being described, such as a medical emergency or a dangerous driving condition. The stakes could be higher if the discussion involved health implications directly related to smoking while managing a chronic condition or if there were immediate safety concerns while driving. Therefore, the situation overall is not high-stakes but worth monitoring from a health perspective.


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She has no tobacco use.  Only occasional alcohol use.  She has no illicit drug use.  She has two grown children.  She is married.  She works as a social worker dealing with adult abuse and neglect issues.  Her husband is a high school chemistry teacher.

Do you smoke or drink, ma'am?

No, I don't.

Are you married?

Yes, to my wonderful husband.

Yes, we have two sons.

Do they live at home?

Doctor: Good morning, ma'am. I just need a few pieces of information before we get started today.
Patient: Good morning, doctor. Absolutely, that's not a problem at all.
Doctor: Do you smoke or drink, ma'am?
Patient: I don't smoke, and I drink, um, I'd say on occasionally.
Doctor: What about harder drugs, do you use any of those?
Patient: No, I don't.
Doctor: Are you married?
Patient: Yes, to my wonderful husband.
Doctor: That's great, what do you two do for a living?
Patient: I'm a social worker, and my husband is a high school chemistry teacher.
Doctor: What great work both of you are doing. What kinds of people do you work with as a social worker?
Patient: I love it, I work with adult abuse and neglect issues.
Doctor: Yes, that's great. Do you have any children?
Patient: Yes, we have two sons.
Doctor: Do they live at home?
Patient: No, they're both grown and on their own now.

The situation is a routine medical intake, where the assistant gathers basic personal and lifestyle information from the patient. There are no immediate high-stakes medical, legal, or personal issues presented in the conversation. The questions are part of standard practice and the patient responds casually, reflecting no urgency or critical decisions that need to be made. The context does reveal that the patient is a social worker dealing with serious issues professionally, but this context does not directly affect the stakes of the current medical interaction.


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Father died of MI, age 80. Mother died of MI, age73. Brother died of Brain tumor, age 9.

I'm so sorry to hear that.

Doctor: Did both your parents have heart complications.
Patient: Unfortunately, yes. My mom passed from a heart attack at seventy three and my father at eighty.
Doctor: I'm so sorry to hear that.
Patient: I lost my brother as well. He passed away from a brain tumor when he was nine years old.
Doctor: I can't imagine how hard that must've been.
Patient: It was a dark time in our lives, but we survived it as a family.

The situation involves discussing the user's family medical history and the emotional impact of losing immediate family members. This can have implications for assessing the user's own health risks but does not require immediate intervention or decision-making. While the emotional aspect is sensitive, it does not constitute a high-stakes scenario in a clinical or emergency context.


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Cylert.

Doctor: I am going write you a prescription for a stimulant. It is called Cylert.

The situation entails prescribing a medication, which involves health implications, potential side effects, and the necessity for proper assessment of patient needs. Cylert is known for treating ADHD but also has severe warnings, including risk of liver toxicity. This makes it a moderate to high-stakes situation due to potential health impacts on the patient.


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unemployed. 2 years of college education. Married 22 years.

Are you married?

Are you working?

Keep at it.

Doctor: Are you married?
Patient: Yes. I have been married for twenty two years.
Doctor: Are you working?
Patient: No. I am unemployed. I have not completed my collage degree yet. I have been in school for the last two years.
Doctor: Keep at it.

The user is responding to basic demographic questions about marital status and employment. The context does not indicate any immediate threat or urgency related to health, safety, or well-being. The conversation seems routine and informational in nature, with no indication of high-stakes decisions or problems being discussed.


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CONSTITUTIONAL:  No history of fever, rigors, or chills. HEENT:  No history of cataract, blurring vision, or glaucoma.  RESPIRATORY:  Shortness of breath.  No pneumonia or valley fever. GASTROINTESTINAL:  No epigastric discomfort, hematemesis, or melena. UROLOGICAL:  No frequency or urgency. MUSCULOSKELETAL:  No arthritis or muscle weakness. CNS:  No TIA.  No CVA.  No seizure disorder. ENDOCRINE:  Nonsignificant. HEMATOLOGICAL:  Nonsignificant.

Any fever, chills or rigors?

No.

No.

No.

Any stomach discomfort?

No.

No, nothing like that.

No.

No, nothing of that sort.

Any known history of arthritis?

Nope.

No, nothing of that sort.

Any history of pneumonia?

No.

That's correct.

No thyroid or hormone related problem?

No.

That is right.

Doctor: Any fever, chills or rigors?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any blurring of vision or history of glaucoma or cataract?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Did you experience any shortness of breath?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any stomach discomfort?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Did you observe blood in your stool or in vomit?
Patient: No, nothing like that.
Doctor: Okay, good. Did you notice any increase in your urine frequency or urgency?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Do you feel any muscle weakness or tiredness?
Patient: No, nothing of that sort.
Doctor: Any known history of arthritis?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: And no fever due to any fungal infection or anything, right? Like valley fever?
Patient: No, nothing of that sort.
Doctor: Any history of pneumonia?
Patient: No.
Doctor: And I am looking at your chart, so no history of stroke, C V A, or any seizure disorder.
Patient: That's correct.
Doctor: No thyroid or hormone related problem?
Patient: No.
Doctor: And you do not have any blood disorders, right?
Patient: That is right.

The conversation is a routine medical questionnaire assessing the user's health. The user reports no symptoms indicating any current medical emergency or significant health issue, and their responses confirm this. There are no indications of illness or risk factors, making the situation not high-stakes.


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Erosive stomatitis probably secondary to methotrexate even though the medication has been used for ten years without any problems.  Methotrexate may produce an erosive stomatitis and enteritis after such a use. The patient also may have an enteritis that at this point may have become more quiescent as she notes that she did have some diarrhea about the time her mouth problem developed. She has had no diarrhea today, however. She has noted no blood in her stools and has had no episodes of nausea or vomiting.   I am not as familiar with the NSAID causing an erosive stomatitis.  I understand that it can cause gastrointestinal upset, but given the choice between the two, I would think the methotrexate is the most likely etiology for the stomatitis.

Have you experienced any diarrhea?

No.

No.

Doctor: Have you experienced any diarrhea?
Patient: Yes. I have been having diarrhea. When I think about it, it started happening around the same time that the mouth sores started. I didn't have any diarrhea today though.
Doctor: Have you experienced any episodes of nausea or vomiting?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Have you noticed any blood in your bowel movements?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Even though you have been taking the medications without any issue, for about ten years, the methotrexate may be the cause of the mouth sores and the inflammation in the small intestines. These are both common side effects from the use of methotrexate. I am not as familiar with NSAID's causing mouth sores. Aspirin use can cause gastrointestinal upset. I think the most likely cause of the sores is the methotrexate not the use of Aspirin.

The situation involves assessing potential side effects of a medication (methotrexate), which could lead to changes in treatment if these side effects are confirmed. While it's significant in terms of patient health and requires careful attention, the immediate conversation indicates there are no urgent life-threatening symptoms like severe bleeding, high fever, or severe dehydration at this point. The stakes are moderate since it impacts the patient's ongoing health management but does not indicate an emergency scenario.


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Insulin, metformin, Glucotrol, and Lipitor.

Are you on insulin?

Yes.

Are you on metformin as well?

Yes.

How about glucotrol?

Yes I take that.

Are you on lipitor?

Yes.

Doctor:  Are you on insulin?
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: Are you on metformin as well?
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: How about glucotrol?
Patient: Yes I take that.
Doctor: Are you on lipitor?
Patient: Yes.

The user is discussing their medication regimen, which includes insulin, metformin, Glucotrol, and Lipitor. These medications are used to manage diabetes and cholesterol levels, respectively. Monitoring and managing such conditions can be critical to a patient's health. Incorrect management or medication conflicts could have serious consequences, but the conversation itself is informational and routine in a medical setting. Therefore, while managing these conditions is inherently important, the stakes of this particular conversation are moderate unless there are immediate health concerns expressed, which aren’t indicated here.


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The patient has multiple medical problems, for which she is under the care of Dr. X.  She has a history of chronic obstructive lung disease and a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease.  There is a history of anemia and there is a history of sciatica, which has been caused by arthritis.  The patient has had skin cancers, which have been treated with local excision.

Hello, how are you?

I am good, Doctor.

So, what brings you here today?

Thank you.

Okay.

Alright.

I see.

Doctor: Hello, how are you?
Patient: I am good, Doctor.
Doctor: So, what brings you here today?
Patient: Well, I have many medical issues and I see Doctor X for them, but I wanted a second opinion, so he referred me here.
Doctor: Yeah, he is a good man! Don't worry we will take care of you.
Patient: Thank you.
Doctor: So, let me start by getting your medical history.
Patient: Sure, I had skin cancer which was treated by removal of that part.
Doctor: Okay.
Patient: Other than that, I have anemia and an acid reflux problem. I also have history of C O P D.
Doctor: Alright.
Patient: I also suffer from sciatica which was caused mainly due to my arthritis.
Doctor: I see.

The patient has several chronic and potentially serious medical conditions, including COPD, anemia, gastroesophageal reflux disease, sciatica, and a history of skin cancer. While these issues are serious, the patient is currently stable and under care, seeking a second opinion. The stakes are significant because they involve multiple chronic health issues, but it is not an emergency situation.


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Mr. Sample Patient returns to the Sample Clinic with the chief complaint of painful right heel.  The patient states that the heel has been painful for approximately two weeks, it is starts with the first step in the morning and gets worse with activity during the day.  The patient states that he is currently doing no treatment for it.  He states that most of his pain is along medial tubercle of the right calcaneus and extends to the medial arch.  The patient states that he has no change in the past medical history since his last visit and denies any fever, chills, vomiting, headache, chest, or shortness of breath.

Good afternoon, doctor.

How long have you had this pain?

Um, it's been about two weeks now.

When is the pain the worst?

Does it get worse throughout the day?

What treatments have you had for this?

Well, nothing to date.

Where is your heel pain?

No, it's the same old same old.

Do you have any flu like symptoms?

Like fever or chills?

That, or vomiting or headaches.

Thankfully, no nothing like that.

Doctor: Welcome back to Sample Clinic, Mister Sample.
Patient: Good afternoon, doctor.
Doctor: What seems to be the problem today, sir?
Patient: I'm having a lot of pain in my right heel.
Doctor: How long have you had this pain?
Patient: Um, it's been about two weeks now.
Doctor: When is the pain the worst?
Patient: Honestly, it starts with the first step first thing in the morning.
Doctor: Does it get worse throughout the day?
Patient: Yes, it gets worse all day with activities.
Doctor: What treatments have you had for this?
Patient: Well, nothing to date.
Doctor: Where is your heel pain?
Patient: It's on the right heel, then it's on the inside bottom part of the heel and into the inside of the heel.
Doctor: Do you have any change in your medical history since your last visit?
Patient: No, it's the same old same old.
Doctor: Do you have any flu like symptoms?
Patient: Like fever or chills?
Doctor: That, or vomiting or headaches.
Patient: Oh, no I don't have anything like that.
 Doctor: What about chest pain or shortness of breath?
Patient: Thankfully, no nothing like that.

The situation involves a patient experiencing heel pain, likely indicative of a condition such as plantar fasciitis. Although uncomfortable and needing medical attention, it does not currently seem to pose a life-threatening risk. The patient denies other serious symptoms such as fever, chills, or shortness of breath, which would elevate the urgency. Therefore, while medical treatment is advisable, the stakes are relatively low.


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HTN, Colon CA, and a daughter with unknown type of "dystonia."

What is your family medical history?

Okay.

Doctor: What is your family medical history?
Patient: My family has a high blood pressure. I have a family member that had colon cancer.  My daughter has a twitch. They don't know what caused it?
Doctor: Okay.

The conversation about family medical history is typical for a medical assistant's role, serving as part of routine information gathering for patient records. While knowing family medical history is important for personalized healthcare, this specific conversation does not seem to indicate an immediate or critical situation. The presence of conditions like high blood pressure and colon cancer in family history is certainly important for assessing long-term health risks, but it does not inherently make this discussion high-stakes. The daughter's dystonia is a concern, but without more information regarding its severity or impact, the stakes remain moderate. Thus, I judge the stakes to be moderate at most.