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Question
Discuss what questions you would ask the patient, what physical exam elements you would include, what further testing you would want to have performed, differential and working diagnosis, treatment plan, including inclusion of complementary and OTC therapy, referrals and other team members needed to complete patient care.
Use at least one scholarly source other than your textbook to connect your response to national guidelines and evidence-based research in support of your ideas. Please refer to evidence-based guidelines to support your decision-making.
A 46-year-old female G5 P3 comes to your office for her annual physical exam. On her intake paperwork, you note she selected the "have sex with females" box and did not select the "have sex with males" box in her sexual history.
1. What additional questions should you ask your patient so that you can provide her with comprehensive, patient-centered care?
2. How will you sensitively handle the topic of birth control?
3. What is your plan of care for this patient?