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Medical Interview Techniques Quiz

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#1

Which of the following is a key component of the medical interview process?

Chief complaint
Explanation

Primary reason for seeking medical help.

#2

In the medical interview process, what does 'ROS' stand for?

Review of Systems
Explanation

Comprehensive health status assessment.

#3

What does 'HPI' stand for in medical documentation?

History of Present Illness
Explanation

Chronology of patient's symptoms.

#4

Which of the following is a key component of a patient's social history in a medical interview?

Occupation and living situation
Explanation

Patient's work and home circumstances.

#5

Which of the following is NOT considered a component of the 'chief complaint' in a medical interview?

Past medical history
Explanation

Medical history is not part of it.

#6

What does the acronym 'SOAP' stand for in medical documentation?

Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
Explanation

Organization of medical notes.

#7

Which interviewing technique involves repeating a patient's words to confirm understanding and encourage further discussion?

Paraphrasing
Explanation

Reiteration of patient's statements.

#8

Which of the following is a technique used to clarify ambiguous statements or explore a patient's meaning?

Clarification
Explanation

Elucidation of unclear information.

#9

What is the purpose of 'nonverbal communication' in a medical interview?

To express empathy and understanding
Explanation

Conveyance of empathy without words.

#10

Which of the following is NOT a component of the 'PQRST' pain assessment mnemonic?

Region
Explanation

Pain's location is not covered.

#11

What is the purpose of 'exploring concerns' in a medical interview?

To understand underlying issues
Explanation

Uncovering patient's worries or fears.

#12

What does 'PEARRL' represent in a medical assessment?

Pupils Equal, Round, and Reactive to Light
Explanation

Assessment of pupil reactions.

#13

What is a key component of the 'CAGE' questionnaire often used for alcoholism screening during medical interviews?

Eye-opener
Explanation

Indication of drinking upon waking.

#14

Which of the following is a technique used to explore a patient's emotional response to illness or life events?

Empathic inquiry
Explanation

Investigation into patient's emotional state.

#15

Which interviewing technique involves asking questions that require more than a simple 'yes' or 'no' response?

Open-ended questioning
Explanation

Promotion of elaborate responses.

#16

In the medical interview process, what does 'ICE' stand for?

Ideas, Concerns, Expectations
Explanation

Exploration of patient's thoughts and feelings.

#17

Which interviewing technique involves rephrasing the patient's words to demonstrate understanding?

Reflective listening
Explanation

Echoing patient's statements.

#18

What does the 'BATHE' technique in medical interviews focus on?

Exploring emotional aspects
Explanation

Addressing patient's emotional state.

#19

What is the purpose of 'summarization' in a medical interview?

To review key points and transitions in the conversation
Explanation

Recapitulation of discussion.

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