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PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS
IAW MEDCOM Regulation 40-50
IAW STP 8-86W13-SM-TG Task
A.
EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT
B.
MUSCULOSKELETAL
C.
GASTROINTESTINAL
D.
CARDIORESPIRATORY
E.
GENITOURINARY (GU)
F.
NEUROPSYCHIATRIC
G.
CONSTITUTIONAL
H.
EYE
I.
GYNECOLOGICAL
J.
DERMATOLOGICAL
K.
ENVIRONMENTAL
L.
MISCELLANEOUS
M.
MISCELLANEOUS RETURN
Acetaminophen 325mg tab
Acetic Acid and Hydrocortisone Otic suspension
Acetylsalicylic Acid (chewable) 81mg
Adapalene 1%
Albuterol
Aluminum Acetate
Azithromycin 1000mg
Bacitracin 500 units/ gram
Benzocaine Lozenge
Benzoyl Peroxide 10%
Bisacodyl 5mg
Bismuth Subsalicylate 262 mg/ 15 mL
Calamine Lotion
Ceftriaxone 250mg*
Diphenhydramine 25mg
Docusate Sodium 100mg
Doxycycline 100mg*
Epinephrine Auto Injector*
Fluconazole 150mg*
Glucagon 1mg IV*
Guaifenesin 100 mg/ 5 mL
Hydrocortisone Valerate
Hydrocortisone 2.5% and Pramoxine 1% Cream
Ibuprofen 200mg
Ketorolac 30mg*
Lidocaine Gargle 2%*
Loperamide 2mg*
Loratadine 10mg
Menthyl Salicylate Menthol
Metronidazole 250mg
Naproxen 250mg
Nitrofurantoin 100mg
Oxymetazoline
Permethrin 1%
Permethrin 5%*
Phenazopyridine 100mg*
Polyethylene Glycol 17g
Povidone Iodine
Propylene glycol 0.6%
Pseudoephedrine 30mg*
Ranitidine 150mg
Terbinafine 1%
Trimethoprim (TMP) Sulfamethoxazole (SMX)
Valacyclovir
A-1
Sore Throat/Hoarseness
A-2
Ear Pain/Drainage/Trauma
A-3
Cold Symptoms /Allergies /Cough
A-4
Ringing in the Ears/Hearing Problems
A-5
Nosebleed/Nose Trauma
B-1
Back Pain
B-2
Neck Pain
B-3
Shoulder Pain
B-4
Elbow Pain
B-5
Wrist Pain
B-6
Hand Pain
B-7
Hip Pain
B-8
Knee Pain
B-9
Ankle Pain
B-10
Foot Pain
B-11
Extremity, Non-joint Pain
C-1
Nausea/Vomiting
C-2
Diarrhea
C-3
Abdominal and Flank Pain
C-4
Rectal Pain/Itching/ Bleeding
C-5
Constipation
C-6
Difficulty When Swallowing
C-7
Heartburn
D-1
Shortness of Breath
D-2
Chest Pain
E-1
Painful/ Frequent Urination
E-2
Groin/ Testicular Pain or Urethral Discharge
E-3
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
E-4
Problems with Voiding
F-1
Dizziness/Faintness/ Blackout
F-2
Headache
F-3
Numbness/Tingling/ Paralysis/Weakness
F-4
Drowsiness/Confusion
F-5
Depression/Nervousness/ Anxiety/Tension
F-6
Minor Traumatic Brain Injury
G-1
Fatigue
G-2
Fever/Chills
H-1
Eye Pain/ Redness/ Discharge/ Itching/ Injury
H-2
Eyelid Problem
H-3
Decreased Vision, Seeing Spots, Request for Glasses
H-4
Seeing Double (Diplopia)
I-1
Breast Problems
I-2
Suspects Pregnancy
I-3
Menstrual Problems, Vaginal Bleeding
I-4
Vaginal Discharge, Itching, Irritation, or Pain
I-5
Request for PAP or Routine Pelvic Examination
I-6
Request for Information on Contraception
J-1
Unknown Cause of Skin Disorder
J-2
Acne
J-3
Shaving-Pseudofolliculitis Barbae (Ingrown Hairs)
J-4
Dandruff (Scaling of the Scalp)
J-5
Hair Loss
J-6
Athlete’s Foot (Tinea Pedis)
J-7
Jock Itch (Tinea Cruris)
J-8
Scaling, Depigmented Spots (Tinea Versicolor)
J-9
Boils
J-10
Fever Blisters (Cold Sores)
J-11
Skin Abrasion/Laceration
J-12
Suture Removal
J-13
Drug Rash, Contact Dermatitis
J-14
Burns/Sunburn
J-15
Friction Blisters on Feet
J-16
Corns on Feet
J-17
Cutaneous (Plantar) Warts
J-18
Ingrown Toenai
K-1
Exertional Heat Illness/ Hyperthermia
K-2
Hypothermia
K-3
Immersion Foot
K-4
Chapped Skin/Windburn
K-5
Frostbite
K-6
Crabs/Lice (Pediculosis)
K-7
Insect Bites (Not Crabs/Lice)
L-1
Exposed to Hepatitis or HIV
L-2
Dental Problems
L-3
Sores in the Mouth
L-4
Prescription Refill
L-5
Requests a Vasectomy
L-6
Needs an Immunization
L-7
Lymph Node Enlargement
L-8
Blood Pressure Check
L-9
Medical Screening for Overseas PCS
L-10
Weight Reduction
L-11
Complaint Not on the List
L-12
Request for Nonprescription or Traveling Medication
M-1
No Signs of Improvement
M-2
Return Requested by Provider
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Content
Adult Dosing
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Pediatric Dosing
Content
Contraindications
Content
Lactation Safety
Content
Pregnancy Safety
Content
Adverse Reactions
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Mechanism of Action
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Aviation Considerations
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A-1 Sore Throat
RED FLAGS
Are red flags present?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Symptoms > 10 days
Immunosuppression
Inhaled steroid
Fever
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
How many Apply?
Fever
No Cough
Tonsillar Exudate
Swollen anterior cervical nodes
3+ CENTOR
0-2 CENTOR
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Screen Cold sx. Ear Pain if present.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Are red flags present?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
Do any of the following apply?
Severe Ear pain
Ear drainage
YES
NO
.
Decision Making
Perform an otoscope exam (both ears). Look for the following:
TM: redness, opacification, bulging, immobility, rupture
Ear Canal (EC) redness, swollen, tenderness
.
Decision Making
Are there TM s/s, concern for Otitis media, or concern for Mod-Severe Otitis Externa?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Vertigo
Symptoms > 7 days
Decreased hearing
Foreign body in ear
Visual trauma to ear
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
3.
Cold symptoms or Sore Throat Present?
YES
NO
Rescreen as another complaint
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Are red flags present?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Productive cough
Symptoms > 7 days
severe sinus or dental pain
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Symptoms > 7 days
Rebound symptoms
Purulent discharge
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Are red flags present?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Ringing > 24 hours
Ringing without MOI
Dizziness
Visual Trauma
Decreased hearing
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Loud noise exposure or trauma within 24 hours
Ear drainage
Ear pain
YES
NO
.
Decision Making
Perform an otoscope exam (both ears).
.
Decision Making
Is there TM opacification, immobility, rupture, Ear canal foreign body, or wax buildup?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
3.
Do any of the following apply?
Ear pain
Cold symptoms
YES
NO
Rescreen as Ear Pain, Cold Symptoms
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Stop the bleeding using the following methods:
Tilt head forwards
Blow nose gently
Give 2 sprays of Oxymetazoline (Afrin)
Pinch nose for five minutes with index finger and thumb
.
Decision Making
Is the bleeding Controlled?
NO
YES
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Cut or deformity
Patient is on anticoagulants
Patient is using intra-nasal medication
Patient has high blood pressure ( > 140/80)
Purulent discharge present
Recurrent bleed w/o cold
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Current cold or cold symptoms
Runny nose
Allergy symptoms
YES
NO
Rescreen as Cold symptoms
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Are red flags present or is there significant MOI?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Are there radicular symptoms below the knee
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if available
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Red flags or significant MOI?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Are any of the following present?
Radiating pain
Numbness
Tingling
Weakness
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if available
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
The shoulder is red/warm
Abdominal symptoms
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Symptoms > 3 weeks
Neurologic symptoms
Limited motion
Laceration
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if available
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
The elbow is red/warm
Diffuse Pain
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Limited ROM
Neck, Shoulder Sx
Sx > 2 weeks
Ulnar Hand Sx
Swelling
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if available
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags Present
Red/warm
Trauma/ FOOSH
No MOI
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Index, thumb sx
Clicking/popping
Mobile mass over tendon
Laceration
Inability to do job
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if available
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Crush Injury
History of Punching
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Finger catching/locking
Laceration
Ulcers
Abscess
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if appropriate
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Red Flags present?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
BSI Policy
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Paresthesia
Not worse with direct pressure, hip flexion
Limited ROM
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if available
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags present
Red/ warm
Immediate swelling after trauma
No MOI
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Swelling
Decreased ROM
Previous knee injury
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if available
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags present
Calf squeeze
Unrelated to overuse or injury
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Ottowa test
Squeeze Test
Medial injury
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if available
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags present
Constant pain
Unrelated to overuse or injury
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
BSI Policy
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Numbness
Red and warm
Abscess
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if appropriate
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags present
Severe pain
Suspect stress fracture
Swelling, erythema
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
BSI Policy
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Abnormal joint function, limited range of motion or loss of strength
Laceration
Pain > 1 week
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PT if available
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Chemotherapy
BMI < 18
Diabetes
Recent head trauma w/in 72 hrs
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Greater than 72 hrs
Signs of fluid depletion, orthostatic hypotension
Unable to maintain oral intake
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
PREGNANCY SCREEN/ TEST
.
Decision Making
Pregnancy Screen/Test
.
Decision Making
3.
Do any of the following apply?
Headache (migraine)
Heartburn
Dizziness
Pregnancy
Other symptoms
YES
NO
Screen heartburn, headache, dizziness, pregnancy, or other symptoms if present
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Recent hospital stay
Recent antibiotics
Bloody diarrhea
H/O inflammatory bowel disease
Severe abdominal pain
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
> 6 unformed stools in 24 hours
Hypovolemia
Dizziness
3+ days
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Pregnancy Screen/ Test
.
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Melena
Coffee grind emesis
Periumbilical pain
Abdominal trauma w/in 72 hours
40+ years old
Chest pain and nausea
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Loss of appetite
Followed by nausea
Present for 1+ weeks
Testicular symptoms
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
3.
Do any of the following apply?
Nausea/vomiting
Diarrhea
Female pelvic pain
Constipation x 3 days
Urinary symptoms
YES
NO
Screen nausea, diarrhea, pelvic pain, constipation, heartburn, urinary Sx, or other symptoms
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
Hemocult positive
Unable to obtain stool sample
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
weight loss
Night sweats
Family H/O early GI cancer
Change in stool
Mucous with stool
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
H/O anal sex
Low back problems
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Weight change
Fatigue
Temperature sensitivity
Depression
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Rectal bleeding?
YES
NO
Screen rectal bleeding or other symptoms if present
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Sudden onset during eating
Inability to swallow (drooling)
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Started before a sore throat?
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
3.
Sore throat started first?
YES
NO
Screen sore throat or other symptoms if present
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Tachycardia
Sweating
Shoulder/Jaw Pain
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
Oxygen, EKG, chewable aspirin
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
> 2 weeks
History of ulcer
Unexplained wt loss
Anorexia, vomiting
Dysphagia
Odynophagia
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
3.
Classic symptoms of heartburn?
NO
YES
Screen other symptoms if present
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Irregular pulse
Sweating
Chest, shoulder, jaw pain or pressure
H/O or FH of heart problems
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
Oxygen, EKG, Aspirin 325mg
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Elevated temperature
Productive cough
Symptoms > 10 days
H/O asthma wheeze
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
3.
Do any of the following apply?
Cold like symptoms
Allergy symptoms
H/O panic attacks
YES
NO
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
EKG
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Abnormal vitals
Abnormal EKG
40+ years old
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
Oxygen, EKG, Aspirin 325mg
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Productive cough >7 days
Elevated temperature
Symptoms > 10 days
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
3.
Do any of the following apply?
Cold like symptoms
Reproducible chest pain
Heartburn
H/O panic attacks
NO
YES
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Pregnancy Test
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Fever T>100.4
H/O diabetes
Nausea and vomiting
Vaginal symptoms
Vulvar ulcer
Pain with intercourse
Cola colored urine
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Male
H/O kidney stones
Pregnant
Recent urinary catheter
Red urine, not menstrual cycle related
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Nausea and vomiting
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Hematuria?
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Pregnancy Test
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Worsening despite treatment
Severe illness
Vaginal symptoms
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Skin lesion
Rash
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Worsening despite treatment
Severe illness
Vaginal symptoms
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
Urinalysis
Pregnancy Test
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Pregnant
Male > 40 yrs old
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Suspect drugs/alcohol
Altered mental status
Unstable gait
Diabetic
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Vertigo
Appears anxious
Prevent normal duties
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
2.
YES
NO
.
Decision Making
Finger Stick Glucose
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Back Pain
Severe headache
Blood glucose less than 70
Diabetes using insulin
Tick exposure
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
Pregnancy Test
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Fever
Prevents normal activities
First occurrence of symptoms
Pregnant
Depresssed
35+ years old
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Finger Stick Glucose
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Unable to touch chin to chest
Hypoglycemia
H/O Alcoholism
H/O narcotics
H/O seizures
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
Blood Alcohol
UDS
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Sudden onset
Heat exposure
>Positive urine drug screen
Positive blood alcohol
Medication changes
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Positive suicide screening
Abnormal vital signs
Severe emotional distress
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Positive depression screening
Difficulty adjusting to injury or pain
Escorted due to safety concerns
Positive blood alcohol
Other indications of depression/anxiety
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
MACE 2 Exam
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Amnesia 30+ min before event
Neurological deficit
High impact head injury
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
MACE < 26
Nausea, dizziness
Headache
Memory, concentration problem
Balance/ visual problem
Ringing in the ears
Altered or loss of consciousness
H/O TBIs
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Depression
Loss of libido
Weight change
Menorrhagia, Anemia > 3 weeks
Snoring
UPSTF
Screen/PHA out of date
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Cold, Sore throat Sx
Rectal bleeding
Other symptoms
YES
NO
Screen bleeding, cold, sore throat,
other symptoms if present
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Abnormal Vitals
HIV positive
Immunosuppression
Overseas travel within 6 months
Tick, mosquito bite
Malaria area
Animal exposure
IV drug use
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Cold, Sore throat Sx
Ear pain
Diarrhea
Pain with urination
Other symptoms
YES
NO
Screen other symptoms algorithm
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Eye exam / Fluorescein
*Do not perform fluorescin exam if there is concern for an open globe or ruptured eye*
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Fluorescein uptake
Immunosuppression
Recent eye surgery
Associated head trauma
Double vision
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Thick, yellow or green discharge
Painful
Light sensitivity
Inability to keep eye open
Trauma
History foreign body getting better
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Eye exam
visual
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Fixed pupil
Mod-severe pain
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Significant redness, swelling
Rash > 1 week
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Eye exam
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Observed foreign body
Partial visual field affected
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
contact wearer
Onset within 7 days
Painful
Red
Headache
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Visual Acuity
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Red Eye
Associated pain
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Appears intoxicated
With 1 eye shut
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
T> 100.4
Red, swollen breast
Focal breast pain but no other symptoms
Family H/O early breast cancer
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Male with H/O testosterone supplement
Female breastfeeding
Repeat visit
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Check hCG
YES
NO
.
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Positive HCG without other symptoms?
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Check hCG
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Non-midline pelvic pain
Pain with intercourse
Post menopause
Bleeding > 10 days not on birth control
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
Menses History:
Length, Severity (clots, #pads), Medications
YES
NO
.
1.
Positive hCG without other symptoms?
New problem
Failed previous self-care
Menstrual pain onset after 25 y/o
Progression of symptoms
Menses < 21 or > 35 days
Spotting >1 pad/2hrs
Prevents normal duties
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Check hCG
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Recurrent vaginitis
Presence of IUD
Vaginal discharge
Genital lesion, ulcer
Vaginal lump, mass
Pelvic pain during exercise
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Moderate vaginal pain
Presentation different from the treatment protocol descriptions
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Check hCG
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Pregnant
Abnormal previous pap
Total hysterectomy
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
1st pap over 21 y/o
21-29 y/o pap/3 yrs
30+ y/o pap/3 yrs or pap and HPV/5 yrs if tests are negative
Additional screening: HPV vaccine and G/C screening
YES
NO
Schedule appointment
.
Schedule appointment
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Check hCG
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Pregnant
Medication side-effects
H/O recent unprotected sex
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Discuss effectiveness of each type of contraceptive
Discuss contraceptive preferences
Discuss additional benefits
YES
NO
Schedule appointment or referral
.
Schedule appointment or referral
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
New medication
Fever
Painful (not a sunburn)
Failed previous treatment or worsening
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Change in color
Oozing blood or fluid
Present > 4 weeks
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Check hCG
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Resuesting birth control
Positive hCG
Draining lesion
Acute onset
Requiring limitations in protective equipment
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Acne interferes with wearing equipment
Moderate to severe inflammatory acne
Scarring or hyperpigmentation
Failed initial treatment
Appears very self conscious
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Abscess requiring drainage on face or neck
Signs of scarring
Requiring limitations on protective equipment
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Failed conservative therapy
Requesting profile
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Red Flags present?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
2nd complaint
Medicated shampoo not (stopped) working
Developed new/worsening symptoms
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
New medication
Lack hair follicles
Smooth, circular hair loss
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Tinea capitis
Papules, pustules
Erythema
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Red Flags present?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Rash with no improvement or response to medication
Blisters and ulcers
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Red Flags present?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Itchy, red rash in the groin area
No improvement in 2 weeks
Reoccuring infection
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Itchy, red ring-shaped rash in the groin area?
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Failed treatment
Widespread
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Recurrent
Unidentified
Atypical presentation
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Fever
Rapid progression
Cellulitis
Indwelling medical device
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Fluctuant mass
Multiple abscesses
Drained abscess > 5cm diameter
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flag
Burns
Eczema
Severe pain
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Sore throat
Hand sore
Pustule, yellow crusting
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Red streaks
Oozing fluid
Tetanus risk
High risk wounds
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Erythema > 1 inch
Increased warmth
Increased tenderness
Laceration
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Incomplete closure?
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Blistering
Oral involvement
Petechiae
Fever
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
No new medication within 2 weeks
Itchy rash with other symptoms
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags present
Deep 2nd and 3rd degree
> 10% of body
Trauma
Severe pain
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Second degre burn
Secondary infection
Sunburn >25% of body
Exhaustion
Unable to perform duties
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Flu like symptoms
Painful erythematous macules
Trauma
Exposure to new medications
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Large open blister
Erythema or other signs of infection
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Foot Exam
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags
Diabetes mellitus
Decreased peripheral sensation to light touch
Lesion freely bleeds with paring
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Plantar wart
Interfere with normal duty
Bunion
Mallet or hammer toe
Decreased toe motion
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Skin Exam
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Bleeding
Sensitive area
> 10 warts
Upcoming mission limiting treatment
Signs of infection or inflammation
Treatment > 12 weeks
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
> 3 warts
Treatment > 4 weeks
Medic not trained on procedure
Complication from prior treatment
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Skin Exam
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red flags present
Cellulitis
Immunocompromised
Diabetic
Severe infection
Recurrent ingrown nail
Severe pain, limping
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Moderate infection
Limitations to duty
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Patient appears confused, delirious, or unresponsive
Dry skin
Temperature > 103° F
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Is the patient is sweating profusely; do they complain of headache, weakness, dizziness, and/or nausea
Is the patient complaining of painful cramps of the extremities and/or abdominal muscles and is their body temperature normal
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Rectal Temp
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Neurologic Symptoms
Infection
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
H/O psych meds or narcotics
H/O alcohol abuse
Severe Pain
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
3.
Immersion Foot?
YES
NO
Screen Immersion Foot
K-3
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Extremity Exam
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Severe pain
Signs of infection
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Unable to perform duties
Symptom > 1 week
Pain not controlled
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
Activity Modification
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Diffuse symptoms
Not exposed to dry wind
Signs of infection
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
White or greyish-yellow color
Hard, or waxy to touch
Blisters, cyanosis after rewarming
Hypothermia
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Secondary infection
No nits or lice seen
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Red Flags?
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Wheezing, SOB
Hives, H/O allergy
Poisonous insects
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
No signs of bit
Blister, ulcer, pain
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
High risk exposure
Exposure wit HIV
In a lab
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
>7 days from exposure
No risk exposure
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Loose tooth
Abscess/ infection
Gingivitis, periodontitis
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Broken tooth
Issue not below
Jaw pain not from trauma
YES
NO
CAT II: Dentist or AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Oral Exam
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Red Flags
Painless
Also located in groin
H/O bloody diarrhea
Diffuse rash
>2 weeks
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Cluster of ulcers
>5mm ulcer
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
Treatment Protocol
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Narcotic, Psych med
Sleeping med
Birth control
Chronic medication
YES
NO
Place secure message or T-Con for Provider
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Acute condition that failed initial treatment
Prescription
YES
NO
CAT II: Refer to AEM
.
Provide Acute OTC Medication
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Provide Counseling
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Not stable relationship
No children
Under 30 years old
PCM Performs
YES
NO
Schedule appointment with PCM
.
Message Provider or Local Policy
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Provide Counseling
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Rabies
Not required
Requested early
Contraindication for immunization
Medic not trained
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now (Rabies)
or AEM Now
.
CAT III: Treatment Protocol and RTD
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Lymph node exam
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Multiple body areas
Unexplained weight loss
Supraclavicular
Posterior Cervical
Not mobile
Not soft
No recent infection
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Screen for infection Sx
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Check blood pressure
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Greater than 150/90
Lower than 90 systolic
Difference > 15 mmHg between arms
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Last day of 5 day blood pressure check
Orthostatic Hypotension
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT III: RTD
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Record Review
YES
NO
.
1.
MEDPROS RED?
YES
NO
Schedule appointment or Refer for Service
.
Decision Making
2.
Do any of the following apply?
Non-deployable profile
Behavioral Health
Specialty Care
YES
NO
Schedule Appointment
.
Fill out paper
Provider review and sign
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Enrolled in ABCP
BMI > 30 and not mucular build
Struggling with weight for >6 months
H/O failing Ht/Wt/Tape
YES
NO
Schedule Provider Appointment
.
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
New Issue
BMI > or equal to 25
Recent profile
YES
NO
Wellness Center or Dietician Referral
.
Schedule Provider Appointment
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Appears sick, AMS, uncomfortable
HR > 100, RR > 20
BP > 150/90
Moderate - Severe pain
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Complaint does not apply to another algorithm on the list?
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Screen Symptoms
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
1.
Current symptoms are present?
YES
NO
Screen Symptoms
.
Decision Making
2.
Soldier is traveling on Temporary Duty to a location without easy access to medical care?
YES
NO
Provide Travel Pack Medications
.
Schedule Provider Appointment
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Rescreen Algorithm
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Worsening on treatment
Previously saw provider or AEM
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Screened a Self Care or AEM?
YES
NO
CAT II: AEM Now
.
CAT II: AEM Now
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Rescreen if acutely ill
YES
NO
.
1.
Do any of the following apply?
Screening dispositioned as provider now
Condition worsening
Not improving
YES
NO
CAT I: Provider Now
.
Decision Making
2.
Previously seen by provider or specialty clinic requesting Soldier to follow-up?
YES
NO
Make an Appointment
.
Make an Appointment
.
Decision Making
Decision Making
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