|Articles|February 17, 2011

A Review of Systems That Covers All the Bases

Here is a tip that can help you cover all the elements of the review of systems: Ask the question as you examine the relevant body part.

Here’s a tip that can help you cover all the elements of the review of systems: Ask the question as you examine the relevant body part. For example, ask the patient, “Any trouble with your hearing?” as you look in the ears and, “When did you last see the dentist?” as you examine the mouth.

-Hugh Silk, MD
Worcester, Mass

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