#CLAMP: this #Mnemonic may help you in structuring #followup #consultations - #Clarify condition and duration and reason for review - #Last #seen - since then how are they and do they have any concerns? A - #Associated #risks - think about existing complications or risks of these. (Consider PMH, relevant social history, family history) M - #Medication - prescribed and OTC #Management - how do they self-manage eg lifestyle changes #Monitoring -do they do any monitoring of their condition (eg PEFR, blood glucose, BP or in practice eg DMARD) #Plan - any changes to current management Prevent complications (anticipate and prevent future complications)
