HEENT: Questions and Rationales
Head
1. "Do you experience headaches? If so, how often, and can you describe them?"
oRationale: Headaches can result from various causes, including tension, migraines, sinus
issues, or more serious conditions like tumors or infections.
2. "Have you had any head injuries or trauma?"
oRationale: Head injuries can lead to concussions, brain injuries, or long-term effects like
memory issues or dizziness.
3. "Do you feel dizzy or lightheaded? When does this happen?"
oRationale: Dizziness or lightheadedness may indicate inner ear problems, cardiovascular
issues, or neurological disorders.
Eyes
4. "How is your vision? Do you wear glasses or contact lenses?"
oRationale: Vision problems can indicate refractive errors or systemic issues like diabetes
or hypertension affecting the eyes.
5. "When was your last eye exam?"
oRationale: Regular exams help detect conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, or retinal
diseases early.
6. "Do you experience eye pain, redness, or excessive tearing?"
oRationale: These symptoms may indicate infections (conjunctivitis), allergies, or more
serious issues like uveitis or corneal abrasions.
7. "Do you notice double or blurred vision, spots, specks, or flashing lights?"
oRationale: These symptoms may suggest conditions like retinal detachment, macular
degeneration, or migraines.
8. "Have you been diagnosed with glaucoma or cataracts?"
oRationale: Glaucoma (optic nerve damage) and cataracts (lens clouding) are common
age-related conditions that require monitoring.
Ears
