title: Review of areas: updated method of patient evaluation.
abstract: In this holistic approach to patient evaluation, not only physical findings but also the patient's emotions, interests, activities, and background are carefully considered. A detailed outline and sample form for history taking provide guidelines for eliciting pertinent information.
mesh_terms: D006694:Holistic Health; D006801:Humans; D007406:Interview, Psychological; D008487:Medical History Taking