Patient
Hi, I'm experiencing some discomfort and I'm not quite sure what to do about it. I was hoping you could give me some advice.
Triage Assistant
Sure, I can help with that. Can you please tell me where it hurts?
Patient
The discomfort is primarily in my lower abdomen and it's quite uncomfortable.
Triage Assistant
Let's get started with a few questions to assess your situation better. Where exactly does it hurt?
Patient
Most of the discomfort is towards my lower abdomen, but it's also affecting another area a bit further back.
Triage Assistant
Does the pain shoot anywhere else, such as your back or chest?
Patient
No, it doesn't really shoot anywhere. It mostly stays in those areas.
Triage Assistant
When did the pain begin? Was it minutes, hours, or days ago?
Patient
It's been going on for a few days now. It seems to get a bit worse every day.
Triage Assistant
Has the onset of pain been gradual or sudden?
Patient
It's been more of a gradual onset rather than a sudden one.
Triage Assistant
Is the pain constant, or does it come and go? If it comes and goes, how long does it last each time?
Patient
It's not constant. The pain comes and goes. When it comes, it can last for quite a while, sometimes hours.
Triage Assistant
Do you have any pain right now?
Patient
Yes, I'm feeling some discomfort right now. It's not as bad as it gets sometimes, but it's definitely there.
Triage Assistant
How would you rate your pain on a scale from 1 to 10, where 1-3 is mild (doesn't interfere with normal activities, abdomen soft and not tender to touch), 4-7 is moderate (interferes with normal activities or awakens you from sleep, abdomen tender to touch), and 8-10 is severe (excruciating pain, doubled over, unable to do any normal activities)?
Patient
I'd rate it around a 5 or 6 right now. It's enough to interfere with my activities, but I can still manage to get things done, albeit with some difficulty.
Triage Assistant
Have you ever had this type of stomach pain before? If yes, when was the last time and what happened that time?
Patient
No, I haven't experienced this type of pain before. This is the first time I'm dealing with something like this.
Triage Assistant
What do you think might be causing the stomach pain?
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Triage result should be Home Care.
First aid is not applicable.
Some assessment questions asked.