Question

Biopsychosocial model of health and illness .

Answer 1

Biopsychosocial Model

Reason for visit: Patient complains of chest pain.

Presentation: The aim to ascertain psychosocial and physical processes that may cause the chief complain, chest pain. The physician may ask for a history of recent life stressors and behaviors.

Diagnosis: Based on a combination of psychological factors and standard lab tests, the clinician will form a diagnosis.

Therapy: The physician discusses the available interventions with special attention to behaviors and lifestyles that could influence her pain and adherence to the treatment plan. The patient is involved in formulating and implementing the plan, and maintains a supportive relationship with the clinician

Answer 2

Biopsychosocial Model
Reason for visit: Patient complains of chest pain.
Presentation: The aim to ascertain psychosocial and physical processes that may cause the chief complain, chest pain. The physician may ask for a history of recent life stressors and behaviors.
Diagnosis: Based on a combination of psychological factors and standard lab tests, the clinician will form a diagnosis.
Therapy: The physician discusses the available interventions with special attention to behaviors and lifestyles that could influence her pain and adherence to the treatment plan. The patient is involved in formulating and implementing the plan, and maintains a supportive relationship with the clinician