Shortness Of Breath Clinical Case Study Full Patient Assess

1 Shortness of Breath Clinical Case Study - Full Patient Assessment, Differential Diagnosis, Labs & Management Plan2 Emergency Room Case: Shortness of Breath Patient Interview - Initial History (Emergency Department) 1. What brought you to the emergency room today? Patient Response: I came to the emergency room because Ive been having trouble breathing. It feels like Im not getting enough air, and my breathing has been getting worse over the past few days. 2. When did the shortness of breath start? Patient Response: The shortness of breath started about three days ago. At first it was mild, but it has gradually gotten worse since then. 3. Did the symptoms begin suddenly or gradually? Patient Response: The symptoms started gradually. I first noticed it when I was walking around the house, but now I feel short of breath even when Im resting. 4. Is the shortness of breath constant or does it come and go? Patient Response: It is mostly constant now. Sometimes it feels worse when I move around or exert myself, but I generally feel short of breath most of the time. 5. What makes the shortness of breath worse? Patient Response: It gets worse when I walk, climb