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The patient presents today for followup, recently noted for E. coli urinary tract infection.  She was treated with Macrobid for 7 days, and only took one nighttime prophylaxis.  She discontinued this medication to due to skin rash as well as hives.  Since then, this had resolved.  Does not have any dysuria, gross hematuria, fever, chills.  Daytime frequency every two to three hours, nocturia times one, no incontinence, improving stress urinary incontinence after Prometheus pelvic rehabilitation. Renal ultrasound, August 5, 2008, reviewed, no evidence of hydronephrosis, bladder mass or stone.  Discussed. Previous urine cultures have shown E. coli, November 2007, May 7, 2008 and July 7, 2008.

You were taking the Macrobid, correct?

What complications did you have?

No, nothing to report there.

What about fever or chills?

No, nothing there either.

Are you controlling your urine well?

It was normal, right?

That's good to hear.

Yes, that sounds familiar.

Doctor: Has your E coli improved since your last visit, ma'am?
Patient: Yes, but I had some complications with the medicine.
Doctor: You were taking the Macrobid, correct?
Patient: Yes, I took it once a day at night for about seven days.
Doctor: What complications did you have?
Patient: Well, I had a skin rash and hives, so I discontinued the medicine.
Doctor: Since stopping the medicine, have these symptoms gone away?
Patient: Yes, since I stopped taking the medicine.
Doctor: Do you have any pain with urination or blood in your urine?
Patient: No, nothing to report there.
Doctor: What about fever or chills?
Patient: No, nothing there either.
Doctor: Good, how many times a day do you urinate?
Patient: Well, it's about every two or three hours, and then maybe once at night.
Doctor: Are you controlling your urine well?
Patient: Yes, I'm having no problems there. It's getting better under stress too, with the pelvic exercises and rehab.
Doctor: Are you familiar with the results of this renal ultrasound from August fifth two thousand eight?
Patient: It was normal, right?
Doctor: Basically, yes. There's nohydronephrosis, masses, or stones.
Patient: That's good to hear.
Doctor: I hear that you've had E coli few times, once in November of two thousand seven, and then in May and July of two thousand eight.
Patient: Yes, that sounds familiar.

The situation involves a patient follow-up for a urinary tract infection, which has shown improvement and no current severe symptoms. The patient experienced complications with medication (rash and hives), but these resolved after discontinuing the medication. The patient's current symptoms are manageable, with no indications of serious complications or urgency, as evidenced by the normal renal ultrasound and lack of severe symptoms like fever or gross hematuria. Given these factors, the stakes are moderate since infections can potentially escalate, but currently appear controlled and improving.


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The patient takes Tylenol PM for insomnia, Lasix, Coumadin, Norvasc, Lanoxin, Diovan, atenolol, and folic acid.

Tylenol?

I take P M for sleeplessness.

Okay I see Norvasc and Lanoxin too.

Yes, I see, Diovan and Atenolol.

That sounds about right.

Doctor: Tylenol?
Patient: I take P M for sleeplessness.
Doctor: Okay. What other medications do you take?
Patient: Water pill and blood thinner. Then some multivitamins and folic.
Doctor: Okay I see Norvasc and Lanoxin too.
Patient: Yes, and my blood pressure medications should be there as well.
Doctor: Yes, I see, Diovan and Atenolol.
Patient: That sounds about right.

The conversation involves the patient's medication regimen, which is crucial medical information. They are on multiple medications, including a blood thinner (Coumadin), and medications for heart conditions and blood pressure. Any changes or errors in taking these medications could lead to serious health consequences, such as bleeding complications from the blood thinner or heart failure issues. However, the conversation is routine in nature, simply confirming the list of medications rather than addressing a specific immediate health crisis. Nevertheless, given the complexity and potential for serious health issues, this situation has moderately high stakes.

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The patient states she lives in a single-level home with her husband, who is in good health and is able to assist with any tasks or activities the patient is having difficulty with.  The patient rates her general health as excellent and denies any smoking and reports very occasional alcohol consumption.  The patient does state that she has completed exercises on a daily basis of one to one and a half hours a day.  However, has not been able to complete these exercise routine since approximately June 2008, secondary to back pain.  The patient is working full-time as a project manager, and is required to do extensive walking at various periods during a workday.

Good morning, ma'am. Are you married?

No, we don't. It's a single level home.

Great, well, how are you feeling today?

What about your husband?

That's great, do you smoke?

Absolutely not.

What about alcohol, do you drink?

Do you exercise?

Why aren't you still doing this?

I see. What do you do for a living?

What does this entail?

Doctor: Good morning, ma'am. Are you married?
Patient: Good morning, doctor. Yes, my husband and I have been married for a while now.
Doctor: That's great, do you have stairs in your home?
Patient: No, we don't. It's a single level home.
Doctor: Great, well, how are you feeling today?
Patient: I'm feeling well, doctor. I'm in good health.
Doctor: What about your husband?
Patient: He's doing well too, he helps me around the house and with things I need help with.
Doctor: That's great, do you smoke?
Patient: Absolutely not.
Doctor: What about alcohol, do you drink?
Patient: Yeah, I have the occasional glass of wine with dinner.
Doctor: Do you exercise?
Patient: I used to daily and for an hour or an hour and a half.
Doctor: Why aren't you still doing this?
Patient: Well, I haven't been able to do this since about June of two thousand eight, because of this back pain.
Doctor: I see. What do you do for a living?
Patient: Right now, I work full time as a project manager.
Doctor: What does this entail?
Patient: I have to walk a lot for long periods of time throughout the day.

The situation involves a routine medical-related conversation about general health and lifestyle. The key concern is the patient's back pain affecting her exercise routine, but she's maintaining her work and daily activities, which indicates the situation is manageable. The stakes are low as there is no immediate threat to her health or well-being.


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Denies any recent travel overseas

Do you like to travel?

That's great.

Yeah.

Doctor: Do you like to travel?
Patient: I do. In fact, I have been to more than six countries.
Doctor: Have you travelled outside the country recently?
Patient: No not recently, it's been couple years now, but I plan to.
Doctor: That's great.
Patient: Yeah.

The conversation is about the user's travel history and plans, which is generally a routine inquiry in a medical setting to understand potential exposure to illnesses. However, since the user has not traveled recently, there seems to be no immediate health concern. Therefore, this conversation does not involve high-stakes as there are no urgent health implications or critical decisions being made.


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He denies any chest pain.  He does admit to exertional shortness of breath.  He denies any GI or GU problems.  He denies any bleeding disorders.

Any chest pain or shortness of breath?

How about bladder and bowel issues?

No, that is fine.

No, I do not have any bleeding issues.

Oh.

Yeah.

Doctor: Any chest pain or shortness of breath?
Patient: No chest pain, but I tend to have shortness of breath after any type of exertion.
Doctor: How about bladder and bowel issues?
Patient: No, that is fine.
Doctor: Any excessive or unstoppable bleeding issues?
Patient: No, I do not have any bleeding issues.
Doctor: Oh.
Patient: Yeah.

The patient reports exertional shortness of breath, which can indicate underlying cardiovascular or respiratory conditions. Although the patient denies other severe symptoms like chest pain or bleeding disorders, persistent exertional shortness of breath warrants further medical evaluation to rule out serious health issues. This implies a moderate-stakes situation since it could potentially lead to high-stakes if not addressed.


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The patient's mother died from gastric cancer.  She had a brother who died from mesothelioma.  He did have a positive asbestos exposure working in the shipyards.  The patient's father died from motor vehicle accident.  She had a sister who succumbed to pneumonia as a complication to Alzheimer disease.

My mother died from cancer.

Any other siblings or just your sister?

Doctor: Tell me about your family medical history.
Patient: My mother died from cancer.
Doctor: Do you know what kind of cancer she passed from?
Patient: She had cancer in her stomach. My sister had Alzheimer and she passed away for complication after getting pneumonia.
Doctor: What about your fathers' medical history?
Patient: He died in a car accident when I was a teenager.
Doctor: Any other siblings or just your sister?
Patient: My brother died from mesothelioma. He had positive asbestos exposure from working in the shipyards.

The patient's family medical history suggests a potential genetic predisposition to certain illnesses like cancer and Alzheimer's. This information could be crucial for determining the patient's own health risks and necessary preventative measures. However, discussing family history itself does not directly lead to high-stakes decisions or immediate consequences. It is more of an informative process to aid in tailoring medical advice or screenings.


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Negative for smoking and drinking.

Do you smoke cigarettes?

How about alcohol?

No, I do not drink.

Never?

Nope.

Doctor: Do you smoke cigarettes?
Patient: I did way back in the past when I was young, but not now.
Doctor: How about alcohol?
Patient: No, I do not drink.
Doctor: Never?
Patient: Nope.

The conversation involves asking questions about smoking and drinking habits, which is part of routine medical history taking. The user has unequivocally answered negatively to both smoking and drinking, indicating no current risk or related high-stakes medical issues. The stakes would be higher if the user reported current smoking or drinking, potentially requiring health intervention or advice.


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This is a 55-year-old female with a history of stroke, who presents today for followup of frequency and urgency with urge incontinence.  This has been progressively worsening, and previously on VESIcare with no improvement.  She continues to take Enablex 50 mg and has not noted any improvement of her symptoms.  The nursing home did not do a voiding diary.  She is accompanied by her power of attorney.  No dysuria, gross hematuria, fever or chills.  No bowel issues and does use several Depends a day. Recent urodynamics in April 2008, here in the office, revealed significant detrusor instability with involuntary urinary incontinence and low bladder volumes, and cystoscopy was unremarkable.

This is my power of attorney, doctor.

I have.

Has this problem been getting worse?

Yes, it has been recently.

Have you had any improvement with that?

No, not yet.

No, they haven't done that either.

No, thankfully I'm not.

How about fever or chills?

No, none of that either?

What about bowel issues?

What does that show, doctor?

Doctor: Good afternoon, and who is this with you today?
Patient: This is my power of attorney, doctor.
Doctor: Do you have any major medical conditions that I should know about, ma'am?
Patient: Well, I'm fifty five, and I've had a stroke.
Doctor: Okay, thank you. So, what brings you in for a visit today?
Patient: I have the urge to use the bathroom all the time.
Doctor: Do you ever pee on yourself because of this?
Patient: I have.
Doctor: Has this problem been getting worse?
Patient: Yes, it has been recently.
Doctor: What medications have you taken for this?
Patient: I've had VESIcare, but it hasn't improved yet. I'm taking Enablex right now.
Doctor: Have you had any improvement with that?
Patient: No, not yet.
Doctor: Has the nursing home done a voiding diary?
Patient: No, they haven't done that either.
Doctor: Are you having any blood in the urine, or pain with urination?
Patient: No, thankfully I'm not.
Doctor: How about fever or chills?
Patient: No, none of that either?
Doctor: What about bowel issues?
Patient: No, but I go through several pairs of Depends a day.
Doctor: Okay, and I'm looking at the results of your urodynamics from April of two thousand eight, which we did in the office.
Patient: What does that show, doctor?
Doctor: Well, it shows significant detrusor instability with involuntary urinary incontinence and low bladder volumes, and the cystoscopy was unremarkable, which is good.

The situation involves a patient with progressive urinary incontinence issues despite medication, following a history of stroke. The lack of improvement in symptoms despite treatment and the nursing home's failure to provide a voiding diary suggest a need for further medical attention. However, there are no immediate life-threatening symptoms (e.g., pain, fever, blood in urine). The involvement of a power of attorney indicates the seriousness of her overall medical condition and potential cognitive or physical impairments affecting her daily life. Therefore, while the situation is concerning and requires attention, it is not an immediate high-stakes emergency.


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Asthma.

I have asthma.

Doctor: Do you have any medical conditions or illnesses?
Patient: I have asthma.

The user mentioning they have asthma could be important, as asthma can be a serious condition requiring careful management to prevent attacks. However, the stakes largely depend on the specifics of the situation. Since the user is simply stating a pre-existing condition in a neutral setting (a conversation with a medical assistant), and there's no mention of an ongoing or severe attack, the immediate stakes are not particularly high. The conversation does not suggest an urgent or emergency scenario that would increase the stakes significantly.


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The patient is a 41-year-old white male with a history of HIV disease.  His last CD4 count was 425, viral load was less than 50 in 08/07.  He was recently hospitalized for left gluteal abscess, for which he underwent I&D and he has newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus.  He also has a history of hypertension and hypertriglyceridemia.  He had been having increased urination and thirst.  He was seen in the hospital by the endocrinology staff and treated with insulin while hospitalized and getting treatment for his perirectal abscess.  The endocrine team apparently felt that insulin might be best for this patient, but because of financial issues, elected to place him on Glucophage and glyburide.  The patient reports that he has been taking the medication.  He is in general feeling better.  He says that his gluteal abscess is improving and he will be following up with Surgery today.

Yes, I just had it.

Yes, doctor. That's correct.

Are those normal?

Oh, that's good, I guess.

Well, I was in the hospital recently.

What was that for?

How is the abscess today?

Good, what about your medical history?

Are you still taking the insulin?

Have you been taking these?

Yes, exactly as instructed.

Good, and how do you feel today?

Overall, I'd say I'm feeling better.

Doctor: Good afternoon, sir, did you just have your forty first birthday?
Patient: Yes, I just had it.
Doctor: Happy birthday! Just to confirm my charts, you identify as White, correct?
Patient: Yes, doctor. That's correct.
Doctor: Great, thank you. So, we've treated you for H I V in the past. I have your lab results from your last visit right here.
Patient: Can you tell me those numbers again, doctor?
Doctor: Absolutely, your C D 4 count was four hundred twenty five, your viral load was less than fifty, and that was in August of two thousand seven.
Patient: Are those normal?
Doctor: Both of those are low, actually, but the low viral load is good.
Patient: Oh, that's good, I guess.
Doctor: Have you had any medical complications recently?
Patient: Well, I was in the hospital recently.
Doctor: What was that for?
Patient: I had an abscess in my left glute, so I had a surgery to remove and clean it out.
Doctor: How is the abscess today?
Patient: It's getting better, I follow up with the surgeon today after this appointment.
Doctor: Good, what about your medical history?
Patient: I have high blood pressure and high triglyceride levels.
Doctor: Okay, thank you. What about newly diagnosed conditions?
Patient: Well, I got diagnosed with diabetes too.
Doctor: What symptoms have you been experiencing with your diabetes?
Patient: Well, I've been peeing a lot, and I've been really thirsty, too.
Doctor: How have you been treated for this to date?
Patient: Um, I saw the endocrinologists while I was in the hospital, and they gave me insulin.
Doctor: Are you still taking the insulin?
Patient: No, I can't afford to pay for it. So, they gave me Glucophage and, um, glyburide.
Doctor: Have you been taking these?
Patient: Yes, exactly as instructed.
Doctor: Good, and how do you feel today?
Patient: Overall, I'd say I'm feeling better.

The situation involves a patient with multiple chronic health issues, including HIV, a recent abscess, diabetes, hypertension, and hypertriglyceridemia. The patient's treatment regimen has been adjusted due to financial constraints, impacting his diabetes management as he's moved from insulin to oral medications. Given the combination of these health concerns and the recent hospitalization, this is a critical health management scenario. However, the patient is currently feeling better, and is receiving follow-up care. While this is a high-stakes situation due to the complexity and interactions of the conditions, and financial barriers to ideal treatment, it is not at the most extreme level of urgency since the patient is currently stable and following medical advice.


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Unremarkable.

No, not that I know of.

Oh, no. I can't remember anything.

Doctor: Do you have any medical conditions in your past that I should know about?
Patient: No, not that I know of.
Doctor: So, there's no history of depression, high blood pressure, or anything like that?
Patient: Oh, no. I can't remember anything.

The situation involves gathering medical history from a patient, which is important for providing appropriate care but not immediately life-threatening or urgent. The stakes are mainly related to ensuring accurate health records and identifying potential risks, which are significant but not critical in the moment.


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Strong family history for Huntington disease as per the HPI.  Mother and grandmother died of Huntington disease.  Two young brothers also had Huntington disease.

How are you doing today?

I am doing okay.

Yes, I do.

How is everyone doing?

Okay.

Doctor: How are you doing today?
Patient: I am doing okay.
Doctor: I see in your note that you told the nurse that you have a strong family history of Huntington disease.
Patient: Yes, I do.
Doctor: Who in your family had Huntington disease?
Patient: My mother, grandmother, and my two younger brothers.
Doctor: How is everyone doing?
Patient: My grandmother and my mother both died of Huntington disease.
Doctor: I am so sorry to hear that. What about your brothers?
Patient: My brothers are doing okay. One of my brothers just started a neurological treatment. I am not sure what it is called.
Doctor: Okay.

The patient has a strong family history of Huntington's disease, a serious genetic disorder. Given the hereditary nature of the disease, the patient may be at risk, and this could have significant implications for their health and quality of life. The stakes are high because the decision to undergo genetic testing can impact their future, medical planning, and potentially the psychological well-being of the patient and family members. However, the current interaction is more of an initial exploration and does not involve immediate medical decision-making.


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No known drug allergies.

Correct, no drug allergies.

Good, great.

Doctor: So, let's see what we have here. I have down that you're not allergic to any medications.
Patient: Correct, no drug allergies.
Doctor: Good, great.

The interaction involves confirming that the user has no known drug allergies, which is a routine part of medical history gathering. While it's important to have accurate medical records, this specific exchange doesn't involve immediate risk or high-consequence decisions. There's no indication of an urgent or life-threatening situation directly connected to this confirmation.


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He is married.  Nonsmoker.  Does not consume alcohol.  No history of recreational drug use.

Are you married?

Yes, I have been married for ten years.

I do not smoke or drink.

Any recreational drug use?

No.

Doctor: Are you married?
Patient: Yes, I have been married for ten years.
Doctor: Are you a smoker? Do you drink alcohol and if so, how many times a week do drink?
Patient: I do not smoke or drink.
Doctor: Any recreational drug use?
Patient: No.

The conversation is part of a routine questioning by a medical assistant, pertaining to personal lifestyle habits. These questions are typically asked to assess risk factors related to health. However, this interaction does not involve any immediate health concern or urgent decision-making. The answers provided indicate a stable lifestyle, decreasing any potential risk implications.


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Father died at the age of 84.  He had a prior history of cancer of the lung and ischemic cardiac disease.  Mother died in her 80s from congestive heart failure.  He has two brothers and six sisters living who remain in good health.

Hello, sir. What are we doing today?

What did your parents have?

What about your mother?

Doctor: Hello, sir. What are we doing today?
Patient: Hello. I am here for a regular physical. Both of my parents died from medical issues, and I want to make sure when I go that it is just from old age.
Doctor: What did your parents have?
Patient: My father died from lung cancer and ischemic cardiac disease. He was eighty four.
Doctor: What about your mother?
Patient: She died of congestive heart failure. Not sure the exact age she was, but it was in her eighties too.
Doctor: I am sorry to hear that. Do you have any siblings?
Patient: I have six sisters and two brothers. A few of my sisters live around here. They are all in good health that I know of.

The user is concerned about their health due to family history of serious medical conditions, which include lung cancer, ischemic cardiac disease, and congestive heart failure. These are significant health concerns that could potentially influence the user's own health care and lifestyle choices. However, since the purpose of the visit is a regular physical check-up, and the user does not present any acute symptoms or emergencies, the situation is not immediately high-stakes. It's about preventing issues and ensuring health in the long term.


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The patient is a 78-year-old female with the problem of essential hypertension.  She has symptoms that suggested intracranial pathology, but so far work-up has been negative. She is taking hydrochlorothiazide 25-mg once a day and K-Dur 10-mEq once a day with adequate control of her blood pressure.  She denies any chest pain, shortness of breath, PND, ankle swelling, or dizziness.

I have none of that so far.

Doctor: Hello ma'am. How are you doing today? Can you state your age please?
Patient: I was born in nineteen forty three and am seventy eight years young. I am doing well other than the hypertension issue.
Doctor: Luckily, all of the intercranial lab work has come back negative. Are you still on the hydrochlorothiazide and the potassium chloride?
Patient: Yes, I take twenty five M G of the hydrochlorothiazide once a day. I also take the potassium once a day as well. Both control my blood pressure fine.
Doctor: Any chest pain, shortness of breath, dizzy spells, ankle swelling, or trouble breathing when sleeping?
Patient: I have none of that so far.

The situation involves a 78-year-old patient with essential hypertension, which is a common but manageable condition. The patient has a history of symptoms indicating possible intracranial pathology, but all tests have returned negative. The current treatment regimen is effectively controlling the patient's blood pressure, and she experiences no symptoms like chest pain or dizziness that might indicate an urgent problem. While monitoring is necessary, the immediate situation is well-managed, suggesting a moderate level of stakes.


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This is a 66-year-old patient who came to the emergency room because she was feeling dizzy and was found to be tachycardic and hypertensive.

Ma'am, are you feeling okay?

No not really, I feel dizzy.

Who brought you to emergency?

Okay.

I am sixty six.

Doctor: Ma'am, are you feeling okay?
Patient: No not really, I feel dizzy.
Doctor: Who brought you to emergency?
Patient: My husband, he is trying to find parking outside.
Doctor: Okay.
Doctor: Let me check your blood pressure and this will monitor your heartbeat.
Doctor: Well, your blood pressure looks quite high and so does your heartbeat. Do you have a history of hypertension or tachycardia, how old are you?
Patient: I am sixty six.

The situation involves a 66-year-old patient who is experiencing dizziness, tachycardia (fast heart rate), and hypertension (high blood pressure). These symptoms can indicate serious health conditions that require immediate medical assessment and intervention to prevent potential complications like stroke or heart attack. The fact that the patient came to the emergency room underscores the urgency and seriousness of the situation.


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This is a return visit to the renal clinic for the patient where she is followed up for diabetes and kidney disease management.  Her last visit to this clinic was approximately three months ago.  Since that time, the patient states that she has had some variability in her glucose control too largely to recent upper and lower respiratory illnesses.  She did not seek attention for these, and the symptoms have begun to subside on their own and in the meantime, she continues to have some difficulties with blood sugar management.  Her 14-day average is 191.  She had a high blood sugar this morning, which she attributed to a problem with her infusion set; however, in the clinic after an appropriate correction bolus, she subsequently became quite low.  She was treated appropriately with glucose and crackers, and her blood sugar came back up to over 100.  She was able to manage this completely on her own.  In the meantime, she is not having any other medical problems that have interfered with glucose control.  Her diet has been a little bit different in that she had been away visiting with her family for some period of time as well.

Um, it was about three months ago.

Who treated you for these?

What do you think caused this?

Yes, I feel a little better now.

No, not that I know of.

Have you had any diet changes recently?

Doctor: Remind me, please, when was your last appointment, miss?
Patient: Um, it was about three months ago.
Doctor: How have your diabetes and kidney disease progressed since?
Patient: Well, I've had a lot of variability in my glucose control too largely, and recent upper and lower respiratory illnesses.
Doctor: Who treated you for these?
Patient: I didn't see anyone, the symptoms just kind of improved on their own.
Doctor: I see, are you still having difficulties with blood sugar management?
Patient: Yes, my two week average is one hundred ninety one, and it was high this morning.
Doctor: What do you think caused this?
Patient: Um, I had problems with my infusion set.
Doctor: Let's try a correction bolus. Okay, now your blood sugar is quite low. Let's try to get some glucose and crackers into you.
Patient: Yes, I feel a little better now.
Doctor: Okay, your blood sugar is back up to over one hundred, which is good.
Patient: I should be able to manage this on my own.
Doctor: Good, Are you having any other medical problems that have interfered with glucose control?
Patient: No, not that I know of.
Doctor: Have you had any diet changes recently?
Patient: A little bit, I've been away traveling and visiting my family for some time.

The situation involves a patient who is dealing with quite variable glucose control, complicated by recent illnesses and issues with her infusion set. It reflects ongoing health management but does not involve an immediate life-threatening emergency, as the patient was able to manage the hypoglycemic episode effectively with the assistance of a medical assistant. Given that she is being monitored in a clinic and appears to have a handle on the necessary corrective measures, the stakes are moderate. While important, the situation isn't extreme because it is largely controlled and followed in a clinical setting.


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The patient takes Synthroid and aspirin.  Aspirin had been discontinued about 1 week ago.  He used to be on atenolol, lisinopril, and terazosin, both of which have been discontinued by his cardiologist, Dr. X several months ago.

Doctor: What medications are you taking currently?
Patient: I take Synthroid for my low thyroid and I used to take Aspirin, but I stopped that about a week ago.
Doctor: I see. And you're no longer taking Terazosin, Lisinopril, or Atenolol?
Patient: Yeah. My cardiologist, Doctor X, told me to stop taking them weeks ago.

The patient is providing information about their current medication regimen, including changes made by their cardiologist. While this involves health and medication, the stakes are not extremely high as the patient has not indicated any immediate health issues or complications arising from the medication changes. The patient has stopped taking certain medications under the guidance of their cardiologist, suggesting that a healthcare professional has assessed their situation and made necessary adjustments. Therefore, while medication changes are important to track and manage carefully, the situation does not currently present an urgent or critical risk to the patient.


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HEENT: Eyes:  EOMI.  PERRLA.  Sclerae nonicteric.  No lesions lids, lashes, brows, or conjunctivae noted.  Funduscopic examination unremarkable.  No papilledema, glaucoma, or cataracts.  Ears:  Normal set and shape with normal hearing and normal TMs. Nose and Sinus:  Unremarkable.  Mouth, Tongue, Teeth, and Throat:  Negative except for dental work.

Sure.

Okay.

Nope.

No.

Do you regularly visit your dentist?

Okay.

Doctor: Let me quickly examine your eyes nose and ears.
Patient: Sure.
Doctor: Well, eyes look fine no lesion seen on lids, brows or corner of the eyes. Extra ocular movements are intact. Sclerae look great. Pupils look fine. Can you open your eyes wide for me I am going to check with this instrument. Everything looks fine here.
Patient: Okay.
Doctor: I don't see any swelling or glaucoma. No cataracts. Let me check your ears, Looks perfectly normal. Ears normal set and shape with normal hearing and tympanic membrane. No hearing problem or tinnitus or anything?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: No cough or cold or sinus congestion, right?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Open your mouth for me, stick your tongue out, say "ahhhhh" for me. Everything looks normal here.
Doctor: Do you regularly visit your dentist?
Patient: Yes, I recently got some dental work done.
Doctor: Okay.

The conversation indicates a routine medical examination, where the assistant checks various parts of the HEENT (Head, Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat) without finding any issues. The user confirms absence of symptoms like hearing problems or sinus congestion. This is a standard check-up without any immediate concerns or diagnosis of serious conditions, suggesting a low-stakes situation.


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He stopped using drugs when he was 25.  He has got a lapse, but he was more than 10 years and he has been clean ever since then.  He smokes cigarettes quite heavily and which has been a problem for his health since he also has chronic bronchitis.

I think I was twenty five.

Yes, sir, still a heavy smoker.

Doctor: When did you stop using all the drugs, sir?
Patient: I think I was twenty five.
Doctor: So, everything is clean after that? No more accidents?
Patient: I think I had a relapse once. It has been like more than 10 years. I have been clear since then.
Doctor: Are you still smoking cigarettes at the same level?
Patient: Yes, sir, still a heavy smoker.
Doctor: But do you know this is a problem for your health, especially your since you have chronic bronchitis?
Patient: I know, but it is hard to quit smoking too.

The situation involves a patient with a history of substance use and chronic bronchitis who continues to smoke heavily. While the patient acknowledges the health risks, the stakes are not extremely high as they have been relatively stable and have no recent drug use issues. However, continuous smoking with chronic bronchitis poses a significant health risk, requiring attention but not immediate critical intervention.


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Patient is married and is a nonsmoker and lives with his wife.   Nursing notes were reviewed with which I agree.

Okay, let me ask you few questions.

Sure.

Are you married?

Yes I am.

So, you live with your wife, sir?

Yes, that's right.

And do you smoke?

No I don't.

Sure, thanks.

Doctor: Okay, let me ask you few questions.
Patient: Sure.
Doctor: Are you married?
Patient: Yes I am.
Doctor: So, you live with your wife, sir?
Patient: Yes, that's right.
Doctor: And do you smoke?
Patient: No I don't.
Doctor: I think the nurse had already asked you some of these questions, so I would just agree with them all. I don't need to ask again.
Patient: Sure, thanks.

The conversation is a routine confirmation of patient information, which is typical in medical settings to ensure accuracy and consistency in medical records. There are no immediate health concerns or urgent matters being discussed that would elevate the stakes of this interaction.


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Briefly, the patient is a very pleasant 72-year-old female with previous history of hypertension and also recent diagnosis of C. diff for which she was admitted here in 5/2009, who presents to the hospital on 6/18/2009 with abdominal pain, cramping, and persistent diarrhea.  After admission, she had a CT of the abdomen done, which showed evidence of diffuse colitis and she was started on IV Flagyl and also on IV Levaquin.  She was also placed on IV Reglan because of nausea and vomiting.  In spite of the above, her white count still continues to be elevated today.  On questioning the patient, she states the nausea and vomiting has resolved, but the diarrhea still present, but otherwise denies any other specific complaints except for some weakness.

Yes they did.

Okay. Anything else any other symptoms?

Actually no. Everything's well.

Great.

Yeah.

Doctor: Hi there, I love that dress, very pretty!
Patient: Thank you for complementing a seventy-two-year-old patient.
Doctor: No, I mean it, seriously. Okay, so you were admitted here in May two thousand nine. You have a history of hypertension, and on June eighteenth two thousand nine you had bad abdominal pain diarrhea and cramps.
Patient: Yes, they told me I might have C Diff? They did a CT of my abdomen and that is when they thought I got the infection.
Doctor: Yes, it showed evidence of diffuse colitis, so I believe they gave you IV antibiotics?
Patient: Yes they did.
Doctor: Yeah I see here, Flagyl and Levaquin. They started IV Reglan as well for your vomiting.
Patient: Yes, I was very nauseous. Vomited as well.
Doctor: After all this I still see your white blood cells high. Are you still nauseous?
Patient: No, I do not have any nausea or vomiting, but still have diarrhea. Due to all that diarrhea I feel very weak.
Doctor: Okay. Anything else any other symptoms?
Patient: Actually no. Everything's well.
Doctor: Great.
Patient: Yeah.

The situation involves a 72-year-old patient with a potentially serious infection, C. diff, which causes severe diarrhea and can be life-threatening, especially in older patients with a history of other conditions like hypertension. While the patient is currently stable and responsive to some extent, the persistence of symptoms and elevated white blood count indicate that close monitoring and medical attention are required. Despite this, the current symptoms are not indicating an imminent life-threatening turn, but they do require attention to prevent deterioration.


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NOSE AND THROAT: Negative postnasal drip, negative sore throat.

Uh, no. I don't think so.

Um, any soreness in your throat?

No.

Doctor: Any uncomfortable feeling in the back of your throat, like excess mucous accumulation or something like that?
Patient: Uh, no. I don't think so.
Doctor: Um, any soreness in your throat?
Patient: No.

The conversation is a routine assessment of symptoms related to nose and throat conditions. The user has reported no discomfort or symptoms of concern, suggesting a low risk of immediate health issues. Such interactions are common in medical settings and do not indicate any immediate or severe health threat.


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The patient is alert and oriented x3 and sitting up in bed.  The patient has been ambulating without difficulty.  The patient is still NPO.  The patient denies any new symptomatology from  6/10/2009.  The patient has complaints of incisional tenderness.  The patient was given a full explanation about her clinical condition and all her questions were answered.

Have you eaten anything yet?

How did my procedure go?

Doctor: It's good to see you sitting up in the bed, ma'am.
Patient: I've been walking around without any difficulty too.
Doctor: Have you eaten anything yet?
Patient: No, I've remained, um, NPO, just like you told me.
Doctor: Good, do you have any new symptoms since June tenth two thousand nine?
Patient: No, but I do have tenderness where you made the cut for the surgery.
Doctor: That's pretty normal. I'm glad that you're doing well after the procedure. Do you have any questions?
Patient: How did my procedure go?
Doctor: It went well, we are all down and you should be back to eating shortly.

The patient appears to be recovering well post-surgery, is alert, and is asking informed questions about their condition. There are no new symptoms reported and only mild tenderness, which is typical post-surgery. The conversation suggests a routine post-operative situation without any complications, which generally does not indicate high stakes.


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Past medical history is unremarkable.

What do you mean by that, doctor?

No, none of that rings any bells.

Doctor: Are there any major medical conditions that you know of that I should be aware of?
Patient: What do you mean by that, doctor?
Doctor: Well, anything from depression, to cancer.
Patient: No, none of that rings any bells.

The conversation involves discussing the patient's medical history to inform future medical treatment and decisions. However, the patient's denial of any major medical conditions suggests the situation is routine with no immediate health concerns. This interaction lacks urgency or potential immediate consequences, indicating it is not high-stakes.


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Immunizations were up to date for influenza, negative for Pneumovax.

Doctor: Have you had your flu or Pneumonia vaccination this year?
Patient: I got my flu shot this year, but I did not get the one for Pneumonia.

The situation involves discussing and administering vaccinations, which are important for preventing serious illnesses. However, it is generally routine healthcare maintenance rather than an immediate life-or-death situation. The user's ability to make informed decisions adds some complexity. While important, it is not extremely high-stakes unless the patient has specific vulnerabilities that are not detailed in the conversation.


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Congestion and cough.

Hello, how are you today?

Not good.

What happened?

Doctor: Hello, how are you today?
Patient: Not good.
Doctor: What happened?
Patient: I have a lot of congestion. I also am coughing a lot. It feels like I am choking on something.

The user is experiencing symptoms like congestion and coughing, which could indicate a common cold, flu, or other respiratory conditions. The phrase 'feels like I am choking on something' suggests discomfort that could potentially escalate but doesn't immediately imply a life-threatening situation unless breathing is seriously compromised. Thus, it requires attention but is not inherently high-stakes unless proven otherwise.


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A 51-year-old white male diagnosed with PTLD in latter half of 2007.  He presented with symptoms of increasing adenopathy, abdominal pain, weight loss, and anorexia.  He did not seek medical attention immediately.  He was finally hospitalized by the renal transplant service and underwent a lymph node biopsy in the groin, which showed diagnosis of large cell lymphoma.  He was discussed at the hematopathology conference.  Chemotherapy with rituximab plus cyclophosphamide, daunorubicin, vincristine, and prednisone was started.  First cycle of chemotherapy was complicated by sepsis despite growth factor support.  He also appeared to have become disoriented either secondary to sepsis or steroid therapy. The patient has received 5 cycles of chemotherapy to date.  He did not keep his appointment for a PET scan after 3 cycles because he was not feeling well.  His therapy has been interrupted for infection related to squamous cell cancer, skin surgery as well as complaints of chest infection. The patient is here for the sixth and final cycle of chemotherapy.  He states he feels well.  He denies any nausea, vomiting, cough, shortness of breath, chest pain or fatigue.  He denies any tingling or numbness in his fingers.  Review of systems is otherwise entirely negative. Performance status on the ECOG scale is 1.

What symptoms were you experiencing?

How have you been treated for this?

I've done five to date.

Yes, I did.

Yes, that's correct.

How are you feeling today?

Overall, I feel pretty well.

No.

Any shortness of breath, or chest pain?

No, doctor.

Yes, doctor. That's correct.

Doctor: Good afternoon, sir. My chart here says that you are a fifty one year old white male, is that correct?
Patient: Good afternoon, doctor. Yes, all of that is correct.
Doctor: Great, thank you. Please, walk me through the history of your symptoms, when did everything begin.
Patient: Well, I was diagnosed with P T L D towards the end of two thousand seven.
Doctor: What symptoms were you experiencing?
Patient: I had swollen lymph nodes, stomach pain, I was losing a lot of weight, and I wasn't really eating.
Doctor: How have you been treated for this?
Patient: Well, I didn't go to the doctor right away, but eventually I went to the hospital, and they did a biopsy of my groin lymph nodes, and they found large scale lymphoma.
Doctor: Who's care were you under in the hospital?
Patient: Um, it was the renal transplant services. Oh yeah, they talked about my case at the hematopathology conference.
Doctor: That's interesting. After you were diagnosed, what treatments were you given?
Patient: Um, I started chemo with, um, I have it written down, cyclophosphamide, daunorubicin, vincristine, and prednisone.
Doctor: Did you have any complications with chemo?
Patient: Um, yeah, I had sepsis during my first cycle, they said that I had it even with growth factor support. I was also disoriented.
Doctor: How many cycles of chemo have you completed?
Patient: I've done five to date.
Doctor: Did you have your P E T Scan after your first three cycles?
Patient: No, I wasn't feeling well at all, so I didn't go.
Doctor: Has your chemotherapy been interrupted for any other reason?
Patient: Yeah, I had an infection related to the skin cancer, and a chest infection, sir.
Doctor: Did you have surgery for the skin cancer?
Patient: Yes, I did.
Doctor: Okay, and you're here for your sixth round of chemo, correct?
Patient: Yes, that's correct.
Doctor: How are you feeling today?
Patient: Overall, I feel pretty well.
Doctor: Are you having any cold or flu like symptoms today?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any shortness of breath, or chest pain?
Patient: No, doctor.
Doctor: Finally, your E C O G score is one according to the nurse, is that correct?
Patient: Yes, doctor. That's correct.

The patient is undergoing chemotherapy for large cell lymphoma (a serious condition) and is preparing for the final cycle. Despite feeling well today, the history includes significant complications like sepsis, disorientation, infections, and interrupted therapy. These factors elevate the stakes, especially considering missed PET scans that could affect treatment evaluation. Additionally, the patient's treatment is at a crucial juncture, which impacts their future health outcomes.


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None by history.

No, I don't have any allergies.

Doctor: Do you have any known history of allergies?
Patient: No, I don't have any allergies.

The current situation involves a patient providing basic medical information about allergies. This interaction is part of routine medical intake and does not involve any immediate health crisis or decision impacting the patient's health. It is a low-stakes scenario as it is standard protocol in establishing a medical profile.


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Urinary tract infection, the patient was started on Macrodantin 100 mg orally every six hours for urinary tract infection secondary to Enterococcus species.

Are you taking Macrodantin?

Yes, I am.

For your urine infection, right?

Yes.

One hundred M G?

I think so.

Great!

Doctor: Are you taking Macrodantin?
Patient: Yes, I am.
Doctor: For your urine infection, right?
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: One hundred M G?
Patient: I think so.
Doctor: Okay so you had U T I because of the bacteria named Enterococcus.
Patient: Yes, and I am taking the medicine religiously every six hours.
Doctor: Great!

The conversation revolves around a patient's adherence to prescribed medication for a urinary tract infection (UTI), which is a common and typically low-risk medical issue when treated properly. While it is important for the patient to take the medication as prescribed to clear the infection and avoid complications, the stakes are not extremely high unless the patient has other health conditions that exacerbate the risk. The patient's compliance suggests that the condition is being managed well. Therefore, the situation is not particularly high-stakes.


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None.

No, but what do you mean by that?

Oh, no I don't have any of those.

Doctor: Are there any major medical conditions in your past that I should be aware of?
Patient: No, but what do you mean by that?
Doctor: Well, anything from high blood pressure, to cancer, to depression. Do any of those sound familiar?
Patient: Oh, no I don't have any of those.

The conversation revolves around assessing the user's medical history for potential conditions such as high blood pressure, cancer, or depression. However, the user confirms they do not have any such conditions. The stakes are low because there are no immediate or critical health issues identified at this point, and the inquiry is routine in nature.


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RESPIRATORY: No history of shortness of breath, no history of asthma, no history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, no history of obstructive sleep apnea.

Do you feel any shortness of breath?

No.

Um, no.

Any history of asthma or lung disease?

No.

Doctor: Do you feel any shortness of breath?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Any snoring or sleep disorder like interrupted breathing?
Patient: Um, no.
Doctor: Any history of asthma or lung disease?
Patient: No.

The interaction involves a routine inquiry about potential respiratory issues, which the patient has denied experiencing. There are no indications of acute symptoms or history of severe respiratory conditions, suggesting that this is a standard check-up rather than responding to an urgent health concern.


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In 1985, he had removal of a testicle due to enlarged testicle, he is not quite sure of the cause but he states it was not cancer. REVI

Have you ever had surgery, sir?

Was it cancerous?

Doctor: Have you ever had surgery, sir?
Patient: Yeah, I had one of my testicles removed int he summer of eighty five.
Doctor: Do you remember the reason it needed to be removed?
Patient: They just told me it was enlarged, but I don't know much more.
Doctor: Was it cancerous?
Patient: No, they weren't sure what was the cause, but they told me it wasn't cancer.

The conversation involves discussing a past medical procedure, which while important, doesn't seem to indicate an immediate or life-threatening concern, considering the operation happened years ago and was non-cancerous. Thus, the stakes aren't particularly high in this interaction.


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Her past medical history is significant for injury to her left shoulder, gastroesophageal reflux disorder, diabetes, anxiety, and osteoporosis.

Sounds good.

Yeah, that's correct.

Are you still experiencing G E R D?

Oh, yeah. I can't drink coffee anymore.

Yeah, I am.

I think so.

That's correct.

Doctor: Hello, miss. Before we begin, I just want to confirm some information with you.
Patient: Sounds good.
Doctor: You had this injury on your left shoulder recently, right?
Patient: Yeah, that's correct.
Doctor: Are you still experiencing G E R D?
Patient: Oh, yeah. I can't drink coffee anymore.
Doctor: That's awful. Coffee is what keeps me alive. Are you still experiencing anxiety?
Patient: Yeah, I am.
Doctor: Two more questions. Is your blood sugar still high?
Patient: I think so.
Doctor: You currently have osteoporosis, correct?
Patient: That's correct.

The situation involves a conversation about a patient's medical history and current health issues. While it's important to accurately record and understand this information, it is part of routine patient care. It does not involve immediate life-threatening conditions or critical decision-making that would significantly affect the patient's wellbeing right now. However, mismanagement or misunderstanding of these conditions over time, especially diabetes and osteoporosis, could have more severe consequences. This makes it moderately high-stakes, but not extremely so in the immediate term.


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Pulmonary embolism in 1997 which had been treated with thrombolysis in Germany. She reported that she had been on warfarin for 6 months after her diagnosis.  Recurrent venous thromboembolism in 1999 at which time an IVC filter had been placed.  Psoriasis.  She denied any history of miscarriage.

How long ago was that?

Um, nineteen ninety seven. I think?

I have Psoriasis.

Any history of miscarriage?

No.

Doctor: Please fill me in regarding your past medical history.
Patient: I had a blood clot in my lung. This was back when I was living in Germany.
Doctor: How long ago was that?
Patient: Um, nineteen ninety seven. I think?
Doctor: How did they treat you for the blood clot?
Patient: I believe they used thrombolysis and I took Warfarin for six months.
Doctor: Have you experienced any other blood clotting issues?
Patient: Yes. I have had recurring clotting problems since nineteen ninety nine. They had to put a I V C filter in.
Doctor: Are there any other health problems I should know about?
Patient: I have Psoriasis.
Doctor: Any history of miscarriage?
Patient: No.

The user has a history of significant medical issues including pulmonary embolism and recurrent venous thromboembolism. These are serious health conditions that require careful chronic management and can be life-threatening if not properly managed. The conversation is part of gathering a medical history, which is crucial for providing appropriate medical care. Given the potential for life-altering consequences if her conditions are not managed properly, this is a high-stakes situation in the context of medical treatment.


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The patient denies tobacco, alcohol or illicit drug usage.

Go for it.

Do you drink?

Nope.

How about smoke?

Nope.

And any illegal drug use?

Definitely not.

Doctor: Let's go over your social history, shall we?
Patient: Go for it.
Doctor: Do you drink?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: How about smoke?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: And any illegal drug use?
Patient: Definitely not.

The conversation is part of a routine collection of social history data in a medical assistant's interaction with a patient. The patient denies usage of all substances, indicating low risk and no immediate need for intervention. As it is part of a standard information-gathering process, it is not inherently high-stakes.


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The patient lives at Life Care Center. She does not smoke, drink or use intravenous drugs.

Yes, Life Care Center.

Okay.

It is a nice place.

Okay. Do you drink or smoke?

No, I quit a long time back.

Drugs?

No, I have never done that.

Okay.

Yeah.

Doctor: So, as you mentioned, you live in adult care center?
Patient: Yes, Life Care Center.
Doctor: Okay.
Patient: It is a nice place.
Doctor: Okay. Do you drink or smoke?
Patient: No, I quit a long time back.
Doctor: Drugs?
Patient: No, I have never done that.
Doctor: Okay.
Patient: Yeah.

The conversation revolves around confirming the patient's lifestyle choices, particularly in relation to smoking, drinking, and drug use, which is important for medical assessment but does not involve any immediate high-stakes decision or crisis. The patient lives in an adult care center and maintains a lifestyle without harmful substances, indicating a relatively stable life situation. Therefore, while lifestyle assessments are crucial for long-term health planning, they do not represent high-stakes situations requiring urgent intervention.


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None.

Do you take any medication?

You mean prescriptions?

I mean anything at all?

No, I don't.

Doctor: Do you take any medication?
Patient: You mean prescriptions?
Doctor: I mean anything at all?
Patient: No, I don't.

The situation involves a routine question about medication taken by a patient. This is a standard part of gathering medical history, and there is no indication of an immediate medical emergency or critical decision based on this information. Therefore, the stakes of this specific interaction are relatively low.


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Marital status:   Married.   Smoking history: Smoked 1 PPD, quit 5 years ago and after smoking for 15 years.  Alcohol history: Drinks socially.   Denies any history of drug abuse.

Good morning.

Good morning, doctor.

Yes, to my lovely wife.

Great, do you smoke?

I did for about fifteen years.

No, absolutely not.

Doctor: Good morning.
Patient: Good morning, doctor.
Doctor: I'm just going to need some background information before we begin. So, are you married?
Patient: Yes, to my lovely wife.
Doctor: Great, do you smoke?
Patient: Well, I used to smoke about a pack a day, but I quit five years ago.
Doctor: Congratulations on quitting, that's great. How long did you smoke that pack a day?
Patient: I did for about fifteen years.
Doctor: Well, its good that you quit. Do you drink?
Patient: I'd say I drink socially, like if I'm at a party or a football game, something like that.
Doctor: I understand. Is there any history of drug abuse?
Patient: No, absolutely not.

The conversation involves a routine medical background check, focusing on the patient's smoking and drinking habits. The stakes are low because the information is standard and not indicating any current urgent medical issues or decisions. It is a typical non-critical discussion that does not involve immediate medical risks or life-altering decisions.


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Spontaneous miscarriage at 3 months approximately 30 years ago.

About twenty weeks.

Doctor: Any history of pregnancies or miscarriages?
Patient: I had a miscarriage about thirty years ago.
Doctor: How far along were you when you miscarried?
Patient: About twenty weeks.

The conversation involves discussing a past miscarriage which could be sensitive, but it's a medical history inquiry rather than an immediate medical emergency or a decision-making process about a current pregnancy. Thus, it is not high-stakes in terms of immediate risk to the user's health or life.


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Briefly, the patient is an 83-year-old woman with a history of progression of dysphagia for the past year, dysarthria, weakness of her right arm, cramps in her legs, and now with progressive weakness in her upper extremities.

Is it something new or old?

Doctor: Hello, how are you doing? How old are you?
Patient: I am an eighty three year old woman, how do you expect me to do?
Doctor: Tell me, what is happening with you, what bought you here today?
Patient: I feel a lot of weakness in my both hands.
Doctor: Is it something new or old?
Patient: I had difficulty in swallowing and some problems with speech too in the past. I used to have cramps in my legs and weakness only in my right arm but now it is continuously increasing in both arms.

The situation involves a patient with serious and progressively worsening neurological symptoms such as dysphagia, dysarthria, and limb weakness, which could indicate a serious underlying condition like a neurodegenerative disorder or a motor neuron disease. Given the patient's age and progression of symptoms, it is crucial to address her health concerns promptly and thoroughly. As such, it is a high-stakes situation because it involves potential health risks that could severely impact quality of life and require immediate medical attention.


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Stable.

How are you feeling today?

Good.

No.

Yes.

Doctor: How are you feeling today?
Patient: Good.
Doctor: Is there any issue that I should be worried of?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Are you feeling condifent of your health?
Patient: Yes.

The interaction involves a medical assistant checking in with a patient who reports feeling good and confident in their health. There are no indications of urgent health issues or concerning symptoms. This is a routine check-in where the patient is not reporting anything concerning. Therefore, the situation appears to be very low-stakes.


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1.  Hydrocarbon aspiration. 2.  Bilateral pneumonia with pneumonitis secondary to aspiration. 3.  Asplenic patient.

What kind of aspiration?

Hydrocarbon.

Okay.

And you don't have a spleen.

Yes.

Doctor: My diagnosis for you is aspiration pneumonia.
Patient: What kind of aspiration?
Doctor: Hydrocarbon.
Patient: Okay.
Doctor: And it is in both lungs that is causing infection.
Patient: Also I don't have a spleen. Please add that to the notes.
Doctor: And you don't have a spleen.
Patient: Yes.

The user is dealing with a serious medical condition, specifically hydrocarbon aspiration leading to bilateral pneumonia. Additionally, the user is asplenic, meaning they lack a spleen, which can significantly impact their immune system and ability to fight infections. These factors contribute to a high-stakes health situation as they can lead to severe complications if not properly managed.


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Viral gastroenteritis.

Doctor: I belive you caught a virus.  You have the stomach flu.

Viral gastroenteritis, commonly known as the stomach flu, is generally not a high-stakes medical situation. It typically resolves on its own with rest and proper hydration. However, in certain groups like infants, the elderly, or immunocompromised individuals, complications like dehydration could potentially make it more severe. Given that the assistant mentioned a virus causing stomach flu, it indicates a common illness that is usually manageable with supportive care.


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IVC filter placement 1999.   Tubal ligation.

Any surgical history?

When was your I V C filter placed?

Nineteen ninety nine.

Doctor: Any surgical history?
Patient: I had a I V C filter placed for a blood clot and a tubal ligation.
Doctor: When was your I V C filter placed?
Patient: Nineteen ninety nine.

The conversation indicates a routine collection of medical history information from the patient. The mention of an IVC filter (Inferior Vena Cava filter) and tubal ligation are parts of surgical history that are important in understanding the patient's medical background. However, there is no indication of an immediate or critical issue requiring urgent attention. Therefore, while the information is medically relevant, it doesn't represent a high-stakes situation since it simply informs past medical history without suggesting an immediate risk or crisis.


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Positive for morbid obesity, chronic lymphedema of the lower extremities, at least for the last three years, spastic colon, knee arthritis, recurrent cellulitis of the lower extremities.  She has had a hysterectomy and a cholecystectomy in the remote past.

Okay, what would you like to know?

Let's start with your surgical history.

Any complications with those surgeries?

That's always nice.

Where's your arthritis the worst?

Back in May.

Yes, that's correct.

Doctor: I'd like to go over your medical history with you.
Patient: Okay, what would you like to know?
Doctor: Let's start with your surgical history.
Patient: I had my gallbladder removed along with my uterus several years ago.
Doctor: Any complications with those surgeries?
Patient: No. I recovered sooner than I anticipated.
Doctor: That's always nice.
Patient: I've been told many times in the past that I'm morbidly obese. It's never great to hear, but I'm trying my best given my current situation. I've had lymphedema in my legs for the last three years. I also suffer from arthritis.
Doctor: Where's your arthritis the worst?
Patient: Probably my knees. Oh, and I've been hospitalized in the past for recurring cellulitis in my legs.
Doctor: When were you last hospitalized for cellulitis?
Patient: Back in May.
Doctor: And I remember reading in your chart that you were recently diagnosed with a spastic colon.
Patient: Yes, that's correct.

The situation involves a patient with multiple chronic health issues, including morbid obesity, chronic lymphedema, spastic colon, knee arthritis, and recurrent cellulitis. While these conditions are serious, the conversation seems routine as the patient is stable and engaging collaboratively. Therefore, it is not an immediate acute situation that suggests high-stakes but rather a management of ongoing chronic conditions.


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Possible insect bite with lymphangitis.

Okay. So, is it not a spider bite?

Doctor: Your lymph node is swollen. There are many reasons why a lymph node can become swollen. Since it has only been swollen for two days, I would like to monitor it.
Patient: Okay. So, is it not a spider bite?
Doctor: It is possible. Let's monitor it for now.

The situation involves a potential insect bite with lymphangitis, which could indicate an infection spreading from the bite. While this is a medical issue, monitoring the symptoms is the initial recommended step by the assistant, suggesting it is currently not life-threatening. However, it does require attention, as untreated infections can escalate into more serious conditions. Given the possibility of complications if not monitored properly, it represents a moderate level of urgency.


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MI in the past and atrial fibrillation, he said that he has had one stent put in, but he is not sure.  The last cardiologist he saw was Dr. X and his primary doctor is Dr. Y.

Ah yes, I had a heart attack.

Anything else?

It is Doctor X.

Okay, and who is your primary doctor?

My primary doctors name is Doctor Y?

Doctor: Did you have any heart issues in the past?
Patient: Ah yes, I had a heart attack.
Doctor: Anything else?
Patient: My heart doctor said that I have something like a irregular or fast heartbeat.
Doctor: Who is your heart doctor? Whom did you see last?
Patient: It is Doctor X.
Doctor: So, did he put anything inside your heart or something?
Patient: Yeah, I think I have one stent put in but I don't remember properly.
Doctor: Okay, and who is your primary doctor?
Patient: My primary doctors name is Doctor Y?

The patient has a history of myocardial infarction (heart attack), atrial fibrillation, and possibly a stent, indicating serious underlying health conditions. These conditions require careful monitoring and management to avoid life-threatening complications such as stroke or another heart attack. The patient's uncertainty about his medical history and treatment details could lead to inadequate medical care or medication errors, underscoring the high-stakes nature of ensuring accurate medical records and communication between healthcare providers.


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Ms. A completed high school degree.  She reported that she primarily obtained B's and C's in school.  She received some tutoring for algebra in middle school, but denied ever having been held back a grade failing any classes or having any problems with attention or hyperactivity. She currently works for the Social Security Administration in data processing.  she has returned to full-time work, but continues to perform only light duties due to her physical condition.  She is now living on her own.  She has never driven.  She reported that she continues to perform ADLs independently such as cooking and cleaning.  She lost her husband in 2005 and has three adult daughters.  She previously reported some concerns that her children wanted her to move into assisted living, but she did not discuss that during this current evaluation.  She also reported number of other family members who had recently passed away.  She has returned to activities she enjoys such as quire, knitting, and cooking and plans to go on a cruise to the Bahamas at the end of October.

Hi there! How are you today, Miss A?

I am doing well.

Do you still live on your own?

Are you still working?

What is it that you do for work?

Did you have difficulties in school?

No.

Do you drive a car?

No. I have never driven before.

Yes. I still do all that and more.

Excellent!

Doctor: Hi there! How are you today, Miss A?
Patient: I am doing well.
Doctor: Do you still live on your own?
Patient: Yes, I do. My husband passed away in two thousand and five. I have been on my own ever since and I am doing fine.
Doctor: I remembered you telling me that your three grown daughters wanted you to move into an assisted living facility.
Patient: I think they are just scared for me to be alone, but I am doing just fine. I have had a bunch of other family members that have recently passed away. I think that made them nervus.
Doctor: Are you still working?
Patient: Yes, I am. I just returned to full time again, but they put me on light duty until I am fully healed.
Doctor: What is it that you do for work?
Patient: I work for Social Security Administration in data processing. All I have is a high school education. I am the kind of person that must stay busy. They give me lots of cool tasks to do.
Doctor: Did you have difficulties in school?
Patient: No. I primarily got B's and C's in school.  I received some tutoring for algebra in middle school, but I was never held back a grade failing any classes.
Doctor: Did you ever have any problems with attention or hyperactivity?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Do you drive a car?
Patient: No. I have never driven before.
Doctor: Are you able to perform your daily living activities such as getting dressed, cooking and cleaning independently?
Patient: Yes. I still do all that and more.
Doctor: Have you been able to continue the other activities that you enjoy?
Patient: Yes! I am in the choir at church.  I am back to my knitting and cooking too. At the end of October I am going on a cruise to the Bahamas with a group of ladies from my church.
Doctor: Excellent!
Patient: So many of my family members have passed away that I have realized I need to live my life to the fullest.

The situation presented is low-stakes. Ms. A is capable of independent living, performs her work duties, and engages in enjoyable activities, despite some family losses and concerns from her daughters. There is no immediate threat to her well-being or major unresolved issues that would elevate the situation to high-stakes.


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The patient admits to heavy alcohol drinking in the past, quit several years ago.  He is also a former cigarette smoker, quit several years ago.

Okay.

Do you drink?

Nice, what about smoking?

Doctor: I will ask some questions related to your social history.
Patient: Okay.
Doctor: Do you drink?
Patient: I use to drink a lot, but when my drinking habit started affecting my family, I knew I need to be sober. I quit it and it was like a decade ago.
Doctor: Nice, what about smoking?
Patient: Same story, I use to smoke one pack of cigarettes everyday but quit it many years ago.
Doctor: Wow man! You are an inspiration. I would love to see this level of commitment in all of my patients. If only that was possible.

The situation involves the patient's past habits of heavy drinking and smoking, both of which have significant health implications. However, the patient has already quit both habits successfully years ago. The discussion is more about the past and does not include an immediate health threat or urgent decision. Therefore, while discussing past medical history is important, the stakes in this particular conversation are not high.


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MSK: The patient is ambulatory with normal and symmetric gait.  There is adequate range of motion without significant pain or deformity.

Are you able to move?

Yes, I can.

Great I can see you are walking well.

But there is pain.

It is quite normal with your situation.

Doctor: Are you able to move?
Patient: Yes, I can.
Doctor: Great I can see you are walking well.
Patient: But there is pain.
Doctor: It is quite normal with your situation.

The conversation indicates that the patient is experiencing some pain, but they also have normal and symmetric gait and adequate range of motion. The assistant acknowledges the pain and deems it normal for the current situation, which would imply a non-critical state. Pain on motion without deformity and with normal gait generally implies a condition that is not life-threatening or immediately serious, especially given that the medical assistant considers it 'normal.' This suggests the stakes are relatively low, aimed at assessing routine complaints that do not threaten immediate medical safety.


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coughing up blood and severe joint pain.

Okay.

Doctor: Hi there! What brings you into see me today?
Patient: I have been having this bad cough. My joints started hurting really bad. I have never felt this kind of joint pain before. This morning I coughed up some blood.
Doctor: Okey. I would like to start with a sputum culture, bloodwork and then a C T scan.
Patient: Okay.

The patient is experiencing serious symptoms such as coughing up blood and severe joint pain. Coughing up blood can indicate serious underlying conditions such as infections, pulmonary issues, or even cancer, which makes this a potentially life-threatening situation. The recommendation for diagnostic tests such as a sputum culture, bloodwork, and a CT scan indicates that there's a need for immediate and thorough investigation. This makes the situation high-stakes.


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Single, lives with sister, and denies Tobacco/ETOH/illicit drug use.

How are you doing today?

I am good, thank you.

Are you married?

No, I'm single.

Do you live alone or with family?

I live with my sister.

Nope.

What about alcohol or smoking?

No.

Doctor: How are you doing today?
Patient: I am good, thank you.
Doctor: Are you married?
Patient: No, I'm single.
Doctor: Do you live alone or with family?
Patient: I live with my sister.
Doctor: Have you ever taken any kind of illegal drugs?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: What about alcohol or smoking?
Patient: No.

The situation involves gathering personal health and lifestyle information from a patient. This is a routine part of health assessments and involves no immediate medical decisions or urgent health concerns, thus it is low-stakes. However, it is important for building a patient's medical profile.


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None known.

Any known allergies?

Um none that I can think of.

Doctor: Any known allergies?
Patient: Um none that I can think of.

The situation involves confirming whether the patient has any known allergies, which is an important aspect of medical care. Failure to identify an allergy could lead to adverse reactions if certain treatments or medications are administered. However, this is a routine question in medical assessments and does not immediately imply a critical situation unless there is known history or symptoms suggesting an allergy. Therefore, it is not extremely high-stakes but does bear some importance.


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Blood-borne pathogen exposure.

I am nervous.

Oh.

Yeah.

Please don't be. We are all with you.

Doctor: Please don't be scared. We will evaluate you for possible infection in blood due to accidental exposure.
Patient: I am nervous.
Doctor: Oh.
Patient: Yeah.
Doctor: Please don't be. We are all with you.

The situation involves potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, which can lead to infections such as HIV, Hepatitis B, or Hepatitis C. The health implications are significant, as they can be life-threatening or chronic conditions. Therefore, it's a high-stakes situation requiring medical evaluation and appropriate preventive or therapeutic measures.


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Appendectomy when she was 9 years old.

Have you ever had any surgeries?

Doctor: Have you ever had any surgeries?
Patient: I had my appendix removed when I was nine years old.

The context provided is about a patient's past medical history related to a surgery (appendectomy) that occurred in their childhood. It is a factual statement about a previous event and does not indicate any immediate medical concern or decision that needs to be made. Therefore, this situation does not involve any high-stakes decision-making or immediate medical risk.


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Laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Let me ask the staff.

Okay.

Doctor: We are planning laparoscopic surgery to take out your gall stones.
Patient: Okay. Will that be covered by my insurance?
Doctor: Let me ask the staff.
Patient: Okay.

The situation involves a medical procedure, specifically a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, which is generally a safe and common surgery. However, for the patient, understanding their insurance coverage is critical to ensure they can afford the procedure. Financial concerns related to medical procedures can significantly affect a patient's decision and well-being, which raises the stakes. However, the inquiry is about insurance coverage, not about immediate health risks or treatment outcomes.


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No ill contacts.  No travel or changes in living condition.

Are you married?

Yes. I have a caring wife.

Nope.

Any changes in your living status?

No, I'm still in my sweet Casa.

Not that I am aware of.

Doctor: Are you married?
Patient: Yes. I have a caring wife.
Doctor: At any point did you have more than one sexual partner?
Patient: I love my wife. So no, to answer your question.
Doctor: Did you travel anywhere in the recent past?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: Any changes in your living status?
Patient: No, I'm still in my sweet Casa.
Doctor: Have you had any contact with anyone sick recently?
Patient: Not that I am aware of.

The conversation details a routine medical assistant interaction focusing on recent travel, living status, and health contacts to assess potential exposure to illnesses. The questions are standard and not related to an immediate life-threatening medical emergency, indicating it is not a high-stakes situation.


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The patient was recently hospitalized for CHF exacerbation and was discharged with increased medications.  However, he did not fill his prescriptions and came back with persistent shortness of breath on exertion and on rest.  He has history of orthopnea and PND.  He has gained a few pounds of weight but denied to have any palpitation, presyncope, or syncope.

Yeah, I was.

Yeah, they did increase my medicines.

So, did you refill your medication?

Oh, um, no I did not.

But why?

Oh, I forgot.

Hm!

Okay, do you feel it now?

Any nausea vomiting?

No, not really.

I did gain few pounds but not so much.

Any palpitations?

No.

No, nothing of that sort.

But no palpitation?

No.

Doctor: Hi there, I am looking at your report and you were recently admitted to the hospital due to worsening of your condition of congestive heart failure.
Patient: Yeah, I was.
Doctor: And then you were discharged but they increased your medications, right?
Patient: Yeah, they did increase my medicines.
Doctor: So, did you refill your medication?
Patient: Oh, um, no I did not.
Doctor: But why?
Patient: Oh, I forgot.
Doctor: Hm!
Patient: But now I am feeling shortness of breath and difficulty breathing and it's persistent.
Doctor: Okay, do you feel it now?
Patient: Yes, at first it was mostly when I was climbing stairs but now even while I am resting, I have difficulty breathing.
Doctor: Any nausea vomiting?
Patient: No, not really.
Doctor: How is your diet? Did you gain or lose any weight?
Patient: I did gain few pounds but not so much.
Doctor: Any palpitations?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Okay, did you fall unconscious or felt like you might fall unconscious?
Patient: No, nothing of that sort.
Doctor: You do have a history of difficulty breathing when you lay down right?
Patient: Yes, I do and I have history of shortness of breath when I sleep.
Doctor: But no palpitation?
Patient: No.

The patient has a history of congestive heart failure (CHF) and was recently hospitalized for an exacerbation. They were discharged with increased medications but did not fill these prescriptions, leading to persistent symptoms. The symptoms such as shortness of breath at rest and orthopnea are concerning since they can indicate worsening heart failure, which can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. This situation could lead to hospitalization or serious health complications, making it high-stakes.


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She lives with mom, sister, and her grandparent.

Do you live alone?

No. I have a whole family with me.

Who all lives with you?

My grandparents, mom, and my sister.

Doctor: Do you live alone?
Patient: No. I have a whole family with me.
Doctor: Who all lives with you?
Patient: My grandparents, mom, and my sister.

The user is simply providing information about their living situation, which is a common and routine topic of conversation in a medical setting. There are no indications of immediate risk or urgency involved in this disclosure.


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Cut on foot.

What brings you in today?

Doctor: What brings you in today?
Patient: I was at the beach walking along the rocks. My foot slipped and I cut my foot on the barnacles.

The situation involves a cut on the foot from slipping on barnacles, which can lead to possible infection, especially since it was in a marine environment where bacteria and other pathogens are often present. While not life-threatening, it requires medical attention to prevent complications such as infection or tetanus, particularly if the person is not up-to-date on their vaccinations.


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The patient is 100% compliant with her meds.  She reports she does not miss any doses.

Have you had any acne flare ups?

No.

Do you have any left over medication?

Doctor: Have you had any acne flare ups?
Patient: No.
Doctor: Do you have any left over medication?
Patient: No. I took all of my pills and didn't miss any days.

The situation involves a patient's compliance with medication and a conversation about her acne treatment. It does not pose any immediate risk or crisis but ensures medication adherence. There are no urgent health concerns expressed, making it a routine medical check-up context.


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1.  Diabetes mellitus. 2.  Neuropathy. 3.  Status post cerebrovascular accident.

Hm, yeah.

Okay, how are you feeling?

And is it okay?

Doctor: So, I asked you to follow-up on your cerebrovascular accident, right?
Patient: Hm, yeah.
Doctor: Okay, how are you feeling?
Patient: I am bit better but still don't feel one hundred percent.
Doctor: Yeah, I understand. I am looking at your blood sugar report and-
Patient: And is it okay?
Doctor: Well, you have diabetes and that explains your nerve pain. Basically, high blood sugar can cause the neuropathy.

The user has multiple serious health conditions: diabetes, neuropathy, and a history of cerebrovascular accident. Each of these conditions independently is high-stakes due to their potential to severely impact health and quality of life. Diabetes requires careful management to prevent complications like neuropathy, which appears to be occurring. Neuropathy can significantly affect daily functioning. A cerebrovascular accident (stroke) is a critical condition that can have long-term effects. These factors cumulatively make the situation high-stakes as it affects the patient's current well-being and requires careful monitoring and management to prevent further complications.


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Illnesses:  The patient had a diagnosis in 2005 of an acoustic neuroma.  It was benign, but treated neurosurgically.  In February 2004 and again in August 2009 he has had additional treatments for recurrence and he currently has some skull markers in place because radiation is planned as a followup, although the tumor was still indicated to be benign. Operations: He has a history of an old mastoidectomy.  He has a past history of removal of an acoustic neuroma in 2005 as noted. Medications:  The patient takes occasional Tylenol and occasional Aleve. Substance Use: Tobacco:  He does not smoke cigarettes. Alcohol:  He drinks about five beers a week.

Did you have surgery on this?

Do you have skull markers in place?

What medications are you taking?

Do you smoke?

No, I don't.

How about alcohol, do you drink?

Doctor: Do you have any conditions that I should know about?
Patient: Yes, um, I had an acoustic neuroma in two thousand five.
Doctor: Did you have surgery on this?
Patient: Yes, it was benign, but they still wanted to take it out.
Doctor: Yeah, that happens. What other treatments have you had?
Patient: Um, in February of two thousand four, and August of two thousand nine I had treatments for recurrence.
Doctor: Do you have skull markers in place?
Patient: Yeah, they're planning on doing radiation.
Doctor: Aside from the acoustic neuroma removal, have you had any other surgeries?
Patient: Yeah, I had a mastoidectomy in the past.
Doctor: What medications are you taking?
Patient: Um, I just take Tylenol and Aleve occasionally for pain.
Doctor: Do you smoke?
Patient: No, I don't.
Doctor: How about alcohol, do you drink?
Patient: Yes, um, I'd say about five beers a week.

The patient has a history of a benign acoustic neuroma with treatments for recurrence and is currently preparing for radiation treatment due to planned follow-up. While the tumor is benign, its recurrence and the need for continued treatment, including radiation, elevate the stakes due to potential risks and side effects. Additionally, having skull markers in place suggests a significant upcoming medical intervention. The patient’s condition requires ongoing medical care and monitoring, indicating a moderate to high-stakes health situation.


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No neurologic disease in family.

Nope.

Nothing that I'm aware of.

Doctor: Is there any medically related disease in the family?
Patient: Nope.
Doctor: What about things like depression or Alzheimer's or other nerves related disorders?
Patient: Nothing that I'm aware of.

The context of the conversation indicates a routine inquiry about family medical history related to neurological conditions. Although this can be an important step in assessing potential health risks, there is currently no indication of an immediate or significant health concern in the user's family. Therefore, the situation involves routine data collection without immediate high-stakes implications.


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Pulmonary function studies reportedly show a mild restrictive ventilatory defect without obstruction.  Diffusing capacity is well preserved. An overnight sleep study was performed on this patient at the end of 02/07.  At that time, she reported that her sleep was better in the laboratories compared to home.  She slept for a total sleep time of 398 minutes out of 432 minutes in bed (sleep proficiency 92 percent).  She fell asleep in the middle of latency of less than 1 minute.  She woke up after sleep onset of 34 minutes.  She had stage I sleep that was some elevated at 28 percent of total sleep time, and stage I sleep is predominantly evident in the lateral portion of the night.  The remainders were stage II at 69 percent, stage III and IV at 3 percent of total sleep time. The patient had no REM sleep. The patient had no periodic limb movements during sleep. The patient had no significant sleep-disordered breathing during non-REM sleep with less than one episode per hour.  Oxyhemoglobin saturation remained in the low to mid 90s throughout the night. Intermittent inspiratory flow limitation compatible with snoring was observed during non-REM sleep.

Sure, it was a good experience for me.

Okay that's good to know.

Yes, that is correct date.

Okay, okay.

Yeah.

You had no R E M sleep.

Yeah.

Yeah.

Yeah.

Okay.

Doctor: Hi there! Let's go over your sleep study that we did.
Patient: Sure, it was a good experience for me.
Doctor: Yes, I love to sleep too. So, your lung function studies showed a mild ventilatory defect but there was no obstruction.  Your lung capacity is good.
Patient: Okay that's good to know.
Doctor: Um, then, when we did, I think we did overnight sleep study on at the end of February sometime around seventh?
Patient: Yes, that is correct date.
Doctor: Okay, okay.
Patient: At that time, I slept better in the lab as compared to home.  I slept for a total sleep time of three ninety eight minutes out of four thirty two minutes in bed.  I was asleep in one minute and got up leaving only thirty four minutes.
Doctor: Okay that a good thorough information. Looks like your sleep proficiency is ninety two percent.
Patient: Yes, here is the complete report on all the stages of sleep.
Doctor: Okay let me check. You had stage one sleep that was some elevated at twenty eight some percent of total sleep time, and stage one sleep is predominantly evident in the lateral portion of the night.  The remainders were stage two at sixty nine percent, stage three and four at three percent of total sleep time.
Patient: Yeah.
Doctor: You had no R E M sleep.
Patient: Yeah.
Doctor: And no periodic limb movements during sleep.
Patient: Yeah.
Doctor: As well as you had no significant sleep disordered breathing during non R E M sleep with less than one episode per hour.
Patient: Yeah.
Doctor: Your oxyhemoglobin saturation remained in the low to mid ninety throughout the night. Intermittent inspiratory flow limitation compatible with snoring was observed during non R E M sleep.
Patient: Okay.

The situation involves the discussion of a patient's sleep study results, which indicates mild issues related to sleep and lung function. While healthcare interactions can be considered important, the specific results here describe a mild restrictive ventilatory defect without any obstruction and a generally good sleep study outcome with just some snoring and mild issues. The stakes are not high because these findings, as presented, do not suggest an immediate or serious health risk requiring urgent intervention. The patient is largely healthy, and the outcomes do not point to life-threatening issues.


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"I can't walk as far as I used to."

Hi there, so tell me what's going on?

Doctor: Hi there, so tell me what's going on?
Patient: I have realized lately, I can't walk as much and as far I used to before.

The user is reporting a change in their physical ability to walk distances, which could be symptomatic of a variety of health issues ranging from minor to potentially serious. While the situation could indicate something non-urgent like natural aging or minor injury, it could also signify a more significant health issue such as cardiovascular, neurological, or musculoskeletal concerns. Therefore, it is moderately high-stakes as it warrants further medical evaluation to rule out serious conditions.


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Diabetes and high blood pressure.

Yes, I actually have the sugar.

Doctor: Do you have any major health conditions I should be aware of?
Patient: Yes, I actually have the sugar.
Doctor: What about anything to do with the heart?
Patient: Yes, I forgot about that, um, I have high blood pressure too.

The user has mentioned having diabetes ('the sugar') and high blood pressure, both of which are significant health conditions that require proper management. The stakes are high as these conditions can lead to severe health complications if not monitored and treated effectively. The situation requires careful attention to ensure the user's health is managed properly, indicating a relatively high-stakes scenario.