Elements of the patient history include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) physical examination.
B) present illness.
C) current health status.
D) preliminary data.

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The elements of the patient history are the present illness, past medical history, family history, social history, and preliminary data such as allergies and medication use. The physical examination is a separate component of the medical evaluation.

Elements of the Patient History Include All of the Following