Thinking flow

Content of thinking

1

Is this a serious patient?

Symptoms to judge critical degree (vital signs) or preemptive examination

2

What is the main problem (symptom) of this patient?

True or false symptoms, symptoms of the eight major factors

3

What are all the causes covered by this major symptom?

local, adjacent, systemic, and mental

4

What is the most likely diagnosis of the patient?

Common diseases and frequently occurring diseases

5

Does the patient have any other possible problems?

Potentially life-threatening condition (VINDICATE), adherence to treatment and individuality; reassurance and explanation