| Category | Case 3 Musculoskeletal | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Complaint (CC | “My back hurts so bad I can barely walk.” | ||
| History of Present Illness (HPI) | 35-year-old male painter with acute low back pain after lifting a 5-gallon paint can two days ago. | ||
| Drug History | Motrin for pain without improvement. | ||
| Family History | Not reported. | ||
| Key Subjective Findings | Sharp, stabbing pain rated 9/10 with right leg pain; denies bowel or bladder changes. | ||
| Vital Signs | T 98.2°F; HR 90; RR 16; BP 120/60; O₂ saturation 98%. | ||
| Notable Physical Exam Findings | Palpable pain in the right lower lumbar region with limited range of motion. |
Discussion Prompts
Based on your assigned case, collaboratively address the following questions:
- What additional subjective data would you obtain?
- What additional objective findings would you assess?
- What diagnostic tests or exams would you order?