Mike Taylor – Simulation Case Studies – Influenza
Simulation Case Studies – Influenza
Influenza Presentation
Mike Taylor
Age:
27
Sex:
Male
Race/Ethnicity:
Hispanic
Marital Status:
Married
Occupation:
Construction worker
Insurance:
Private
Living Situation:
Lives with wife, mother, and 4-year-old son
Chief Complaint (CC):
Fever and body aches for three days.
Patient Statement
About three days ago I started feeling really run down, like I was coming down with something. The next day I developed a fever — I think it was around 102 — and I’ve had chills on and off since then. My whole body aches, especially my back and legs, and I have this pounding headache that won’t go away. I’ve also had a dry cough and a sore throat.
I did feel a little short of breath yesterday when I walked up the stairs, but I wasn’t sure if that was just because I was tired. I’ve also had some nausea and haven’t really felt like eating much. I haven’t had any vomiting or diarrhea.
A few people at work have been out sick with the flu. I didn’t get my flu shot this year because last time I got it, I felt sick afterward.
I’m mostly worried because I can’t afford to miss work, and my mom lives with us — she has diabetes — so I don’t want her getting sick.
Mike Taylor – Simulation Case Studies – Influenza
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