History Taking

Question 1

What is a basic structure for history taking?

Answer 1

• introduction (name and role)
• verify animal details (name,age,gender, vacc, parasites)
• current/past medical conditions/medications
• diet
• travel history
• current problem
• systems screen

Question 2

What should be determined about individual problems?

Answer 2

• Onset
• Duration
• Progression
• Interventions and respond

Question 3

Outline the systems screen

Answer 3

• Mentation/Behaviour (CNS)
• Activity Level/Ambulation (CNS/MSK/CVS)
• Coughing/Sneezing (respiratory)
• Appetite (general)
• v+/d+ (GIT)
• Drinking/Urination (Renal/Urinary)
• Lumps/Bumps (dermatologic/lymphatic)