Betegvizsgálat

Betegvizsgálat, often translated as patient examination or medical examination, refers to the systematic process a healthcare professional undertakes to assess a patient's health status. This process typically begins with taking a detailed medical history, where the clinician gathers information about the patient's current complaints, past illnesses, medications, allergies, family history, and lifestyle. Following the history, a physical examination is conducted.

The physical examination involves using the senses of sight, hearing, touch, and smell to gather objective data about the patient's body. This can include observing the patient's general appearance, vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure), and examining specific body systems such as the head and neck, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, abdominal system, and neurological system. Specialized instruments like stethoscopes, otoscopes, and ophthalmoscopes may be used.

The findings from the medical history and physical examination, combined with the results of diagnostic tests such as laboratory work or imaging, help the healthcare provider formulate a diagnosis or differential diagnoses. This assessment is crucial for developing an appropriate treatment plan and monitoring the patient's progress. Betegvizsgálat is a fundamental component of medical practice, essential for accurate diagnosis and effective patient care.