Match each of these terms, as they are used in a medical office, with the correct definition.

-How long the symptom/pain has been present and how long it lasts when the patient has it.
A)Location
B)Quality
C)Severity
D)Duration
E)Timing
F)Context
G)Modifying factors
H)Associated signs and symptoms

Question

Match each of these terms, as they are used in a medical office, with the correct definition.

-How long the symptom/pain has been present and how long it lasts when the patient has it.
A)Location
B)Quality
C)Severity
D)Duration
E)Timing
F)Context
G)Modifying factors
H)Associated signs and symptoms

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Duration refers to how long a symptom or pain has been present and how long it lasts when the patient experiences it.

Answer: E
 Timing refers to when the symptom or pain occurs, such as in the morning or at night.

Answer: C
 Severity refers to the intensity or amount of pain or discomfort experienced by the patient.

Answer: A
 Location refers to where the symptom or pain is felt in the patient's body.

Answer: G
 Modifying factors refer to anything that makes the symptom or pain better or worse, such as medication or a change in position.

Answer: H
 Associated signs and symptoms refer to any other symptoms or issues the patient is experiencing in addition to the primary symptom or pain.

Answer: F
 Context refers to any factors surrounding the symptom or pain, such as what the patient was doing when it began or what makes it worse.

Match Each of These Terms, as They Are Used in a Medical