Which two components constitute the main parts of the examination content in the patient management model?

• A. History and Physical Examination
• B. Chart Review and Initial Inspection
• C. History and Chart Review
• D. Initial Inspection and Physical Examination

Answer: (A)

In the patient management model, the examination content rests on two primary streams of information: what the patient reports and what the clinician observes and tests. The history gathers subjective information—symptom onset, nature, progression, prior medical history, medications, and how the condition affects daily function. The physical examination provides objective data through hands-on assessment, including measurements of strength, range of motion, neurological status, balance, gait, and functional tests. Together, history and physical examination form the foundation for understanding impairments, functional limitations, and activity goals, guiding next steps like diagnosis and interventions.

Chart review offers important background before meeting the patient, and initial inspection is part of the overall assessment, but the two main components that comprise the examination content are the patient’s reported history and the hands-on physical examination.