Patient Information

This guide explains how to view and navigate comprehensive patient information in CureCompanion, including demographics, medical history, and clinical data.

Accessing Patient Information

You can access detailed patient information from several locations in CureCompanion:

  1. From the Patients page by clicking on a patient’s name

  2. From visit page by clicking the patient card

Expandable Sections

The patient information page contains details about the patient in various expandable sections. Click on each section title to expand or collapse it.

Patient Attributes

The patient attributes section displays essential identifying information as well as additional attributes.

  • Full Name: Patient’s legal name as registered
  • Patient ID
  • Date of Birth: Age is automatically calculated and displayed
  • Gender: As specified in patient registration
  • Address: Complete mailing address if provided
  • Additional attributes

Medical History Sections

The medical history is organized into several key sections that provide a comprehensive view of the patient’s health background.

Medical Conditions

The medical conditions section lists both active and historical diagnoses.

Active Conditions

  • Current diagnoses
  • Date of diagnosis
  • Severity or stage information where applicable
  • Current management status

Historical Conditions

  • Past medical conditions that are now resolved
  • Chronic conditions that are well-controlled

Allergies

The allergies section documents all known allergic reactions and sensitivities.

Allergy Information Includes:

  • Allergen: The substance causing the allergic reaction
  • Reaction Type: Description of the allergic response (rash, anaphylaxis, etc.)
  • Date Identified: When the allergy was first discovered

Medications

The medications section provides a complete picture of the patient’s current and past pharmaceutical treatments.

Surgeries

The surgeries section documents all surgical procedures and interventions.

Family History

The family history section captures hereditary and genetic risk factors.

Social History

The social history section documents lifestyle factors that impact health and treatment planning.

Lifestyle Factors

  • Smoking History: Current or past tobacco use, including quantity and duration
  • Alcohol Use: Frequency and quantity of alcohol consumption
  • Recreational Drug Use: Current or historical substance use
  • Exercise Habits: Physical activity level and types

Vitals and Diagnostics

The vitals and diagnostics section displays objective clinical measurements and test results.

Vital Signs

Standard Vital Signs

  • Blood Pressure: Systolic and diastolic measurements with date/time
  • Heart Rate: Beats per minute and rhythm if noted
  • Temperature: Body temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius
  • Respiratory Rate: Breaths per minute
  • Oxygen Saturation: SpO2 percentage
  • Weight: Current weight with date of measurement
  • Height: Patient height (usually remains constant)

Diagnostic Test Results

Laboratory Results

  • Blood Work: CBC, comprehensive metabolic panel, lipid panels
  • Specialized Tests: Thyroid function, cardiac markers, inflammatory markers
  • Reference Ranges: Normal values for comparison
  • Abnormal Flags: Indicators for values outside normal ranges

Imaging Studies

  • X-rays: Chest, skeletal, or other radiographic studies
  • CT Scans: Cross-sectional imaging results
  • MRI Studies: Magnetic resonance imaging findings
  • Ultrasounds: Sonographic study results

Other Diagnostics

  • EKG Results: Electrocardiogram findings and interpretations
  • Pulmonary Function Tests: Breathing and lung capacity measurements
  • Specialist Consultations: Reports from other healthcare providers
  • Sounds (stethoscope or other)

This comprehensive patient information helps you deliver personalized, informed care while maintaining awareness of important safety considerations and clinical context.