Healthwise Self-Care Checklist
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Step 1. Observe the Problem
- When did it start? What are the symptoms?
- If you have pain, is it a dull ache or stabbing pain?
- Measure your vital signs: temperature, pulse
, breaths (respiration rate), and blood pressure. - Think back:
- Have you had this problem before?
- What did you do for it?
- Have there been any recent changes in your life (stress, medicines, food, exercise, etc.)?
- Does anyone else at home or work have these symptoms?
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| Last updated: | June 20, 2007 |
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| Author: | Debby Golonka, MPH |
| Reviewed By: | Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Pat Truman |
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