NREMT EMT

Category - Cardiac

Which of the following questions reflects the best way to inquire about the quality of chest pain in a medical history?
  1. Was your chest pain “squeezing” in nature?
  2. How would you describe the pain in your own words?
  3. Did the pain feel as if someone was standing on your chest?
  4. Was the pain sharp or dull?
Explanation
Answer: B - This question is known as an open-ended question. It allows the patient to describe, in their own words, their complaints, sensations and concerns. Open-ended questions are the best way to begin questioning with most patients.
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