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Health Appraisal Comprehensive
Part 1-4

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WSN Acct. No.:


Advanced Clinical Nutrition, Wichita Falls, Tx 76309-3119
Office (940) 761-4045 Fax (940) 761-2881 E-Mail: wsnqas@aol.com

Carefully and completely select the number that best describes the frequency of your symptoms. If a symptom applies to you and is asked more than once, answer it each time the symptom appears on the form. Females: Answer all questions in each section for "Females Only." If you are menopausal (naturally or by hysterectomy), answer all questions in each female section, except those related to menstruation.

Answer: 0 = None or Rarely
  1 = Twice a week or less
  2 = 3-6 times a week
  3 = Daily

PART 1 - Section A
1. Indigestion, "sour stomach"
0 1 2 3
2. Excessive belching, burping and/or bloating 0 1 2 3
3. Gas immediately following a meal 0 1 2 3
4. Sense of fullness during and after meals 0 1 2 3
5. Poor appetite, disinterest in food 0 1 2 3
6. Offensive breath 0 1 2 3
7. Bad taste in mouth 0 1 2 3
8. Partial loss of taste or smell 0 1 2 3
9. Difficult bowel movements 0 1 2 3
10. Difficulty swallowing 0 1 2 3
11. Unintentional weight loss     Yes 5 No
12. History of anemia, unresponsive to iron     Yes 5 No
13. Vegetarian (no eggs, dairy)     Yes 3 No
14. Picky eater     Yes 3 No
15. Spoon-shaped nails     Yes 3 No
16. Sores in corner of mouth     Yes 3 No
17. Smooth tongue     Yes 3 No
Total Part 1 - Section A


Part 1 - Section B
1. Indigestion and fullness lasts 2-4 hours after eating
0 1 2 3
2. Pain, tenderness, soreness on the left side under rib cage 0 1 2 3
3. Bloated 0 1 2 3
4. Excessive passage of gas 0 1 2 3
5. Abdominal cramps, aches 0 1 2 3
6. Nausea and/or "vomiting" 0 1 2 3
7. Dry flaky skin, dry brittle hair 0 1 2 3
8. Difficulty gaining weight 0 1 2 3
9. Weakness and fatigue 0 1 2 3
10. Specific foods/beverages aggravate indigestion 0 1 2 3
11. Roughage and fiber cause constipation 0 1 2 3
12. Three or more large bowel movements daily 0 1 2 3
13. Alternating constipation and diarrhea 0 1 2 3
14. Stool poorly formed 0 1 2 3
15. Stool - undigested food 0 1 2 3
16. Stool - greasy, shiny 0 1 2 3
17. Stool yellowish, foul smelling 0 1 2 3
18. Mucus in stool 0 1 2 3
19. Black stool 0 1 2 3
20. Rectal spasms 0 1 2 3
21. Dark urine 0 1 2 3
22. Bone and back pain 0 1 2 3
23. Pounding heart 0 1 2 3
24. Iron deficiency anemia Yes 3 No
Total Part 1 - Section B


PART 1 - Section C
1. Stomach pain, burning, aching 1-4 hours after eating
0 1 2 3
2. Feeling hungry an hour or two after eating 0 1 2 3
3. Strong emotions, thought, smell of food aggravates stomach 0 1 2 3
4. Heartburn, especially when lying down or bending forward 0 1 2 3
5. Heartburn due to spicy and fatty foods, chocolate, peppers, citrus, alcohol, caffeine 0 1 2 3
6. Difficulty or pain when swallowing 0 1 2 3
7. Chest pain, difficulty breathing, lung infections 0 1 2 3
8. Constipation, difficult bowel movements 0 1 2 3
9. Black, tarry stool 0 1 2 3
10. Unexplained weight gain     Yes 3 No
11. Temporary relief using antacids, carbonated beverages, cream, milk, or food     Yes 5 No
12. Digestive problems subside with rest and relaxation     Yes 5 No
Total Part 1 - Section C

PART 1 - Section D
1. Lower abdominal pain, cramping and/or spasms
0 1 2 3
2. Lower abdominal pain relief by passing stool or gas 0 1 2 3
3. Raw fruits, vegetables and stress aggravate bowel pain 0 1 2 3
4. Diarrhea (loose watery stool) 0 1 2 3
5. More than three bowel movements daily 0 1 2 3
6. Excessive gas and bloating 0 1 2 3
7. Painful, difficult, straining during bowel movements 0 1 2 3
8. Hard, dry or small stool 0 1 2 3
9. Extremely narrow stools, thin stool 0 1 2 3
10. Alternating diarrhea/constipation 0 1 2 3
11. Mucus and pus in stool 0 1 2 3
12. Feeling that bowels do not empty completely 0 1 2 3
13. Rectal pain or cramps 0 1 2 3
14. Bright red blood following bowel movement 0 1 2 3
15. Anal itching 0 1 2 3
16. Irritable, moody 0 1 2 3
17. Rash under breast, armpit, around naval or groin area     Yes 5 No
18. Feeling ill in damp, moldy setting or rainy weather     Yes 3 No
Total Part 1 - Section D


PART 2 - Section A
1. Moderate to severe pain under right side of rib cage
0 1 2 3
2. Abdominal pain worse with deep breathing 0 1 2 3
3. Bitter fluid repeats after eating 0 1 2 3
4. Bloated, full feeling 0 1 2 3
5. Belching, heartburn, gas 0 1 2 3
6. Fatty foods cause indigestion 0 1 2 3
7. Nausea and/or vomiting 0 1 2 3
8. Chronic fatigue 0 1 2 3
9. Unexplained itchy skin worse at night 0 1 2 3
10. Yellowing cast to skin, eyes 0 1 2 3
11. Stool color alternates from clay colored to normal brown 0 1 2 3
12. General feeling of poor health 0 1 2 3
13. Fatigue, weakness, exhaustion 0 1 2 3
14. Unable to concentrate, irritable, confused 0 1 2 3
15. Aching muscles 0 1 2 3
16. Trembling hands 0 1 2 3
17. Weight gain due to water retention 0 1 2 3
18. Swollen feet and/or legs 0 1 2 3
19. Bleeding tendencies in gums, nose 0 1 2 3
20. Loss of chest and armpit hair 0 1 2 3
21. Reddened skin, especially palms 0 1 2 3
22. Dark urine, diminished flow 0 1 2 3
23. Dry, flaky skin and/or hair     Yes 3 No
24. Loss of appetite and weight     Yes 3 No
25. Easy bruising     Yes 3 No
26. Thinning of pubic hair     Yes 3 No
27. Feeling of extreme dryness     Yes 3 No
28. Loss of skin elasticity     Yes 3 No
Total Part 2 - Section A

PART 2 - Section B
1. Tired, sluggish
0 1 2 3
2. Feel cold - hands, feet, all over 0 1 2 3
3. Tight sensation in neck 0 1 2 3
4. Difficult, infrequent bowel movements 0 1 2 3
5. Dryness, discoloration skin, hair 0 1 2 3
6. Thick, brittle nails 0 1 2 3
7. Puffy face, hands and feet 0 1 2 3
8. Swollen upper eyelids 0 1 2 3
9. Eyeballs move involuntarily 0 1 2 3
10. Muscles weak, cramp and/or tremble 0 1 2 3
11. Slow mental processes, forgetfulness 0 1 2 3
12. Slow heart beats 0 1 2 3
13. Abdominal swelling 0 1 2 3
14. Unsteady gait, movements 0 1 2 3
15. Lack of interest in sex 0 1 2 3
16. Gain weight easily     Yes 5 No
17. Swelling of the neck     Yes 5 No
18. Outer third of eyebrow thins     Yes 3 No
19. Thinning hair on scalp, face and genitals     Yes 3 No
20. Loss of appetite     Yes 3 No
21. Premenstrual tension     Yes 3 No
22. Inferti1ity     Yes 3 No
23. Excessive menstrual bleeding     Yes 3 No
24. Absence of periods     Yes 3 No
Total Part 2 - Section B

PART 3 - Section A
1. Progressive, mild fatigue after exertion or stress
0 1 2 3
2. General weakness 0 1 2 3
3. Blurred vision, dizzy when rising 0 1 2 3
4. Depression 0 1 2 3
5. Rapid mood swings 0 1 2 3
6. Irritable 0 1 2 3
7. Dark circles under the eyes 0 1 2 3
8. Abdominal pain, indigestion 0 1 2 3
9. Bouts of nausea, vomiting 0 1 2 3
10. Diarrhea or constipation 0 1 2 3
11. Blotchy skin (white patches) 0 1 2 3
12. Cravings for salty foods 0 1 2 3
13. Decreased appetite     Yes 3 No
14. Gradual weight loss     Yes 3 No
15. Tan skin, no sun     Yes 3 No
16. Gradual loss of body hair     Yes 3 No
17. Black freckles on upper forehead, face, neck     Yes 3 No
18. Sensitive to minor changes in weather and surroundings     Yes 5 No
Total Part 3 - Section A

PART 3 - Section B
1. Catch colds easily
0 1 2 3
2. Infections - eyes, ears, nose, throat, lungs, skin 0 1 2 3
3. Diarrhea 0 1 2 3
4. Puffy face 0 1 2 3
5. Dark areas on cheeks, under eyes 0 1 2 3
6. Difficulty seeing at night 0 1 2 3
7. Eyes tear, burn, discharge 0 1 2 3
8. Ears, continuously drain 0 1 2 3
9. Nasal congestion or discharge - thick, yellow, green 0 1 2 3
10. Sore throat or post-nasal drip 0 1 2 3
11. Cough with mucus 0 1 2 3
12. Inflamed or bleeding gums 0 1 2 3
13. Cold sores, fever blisters 0 1 2 3
14. Gums swelling, bleeding 0 1 2 3
15. Unexplained weight loss of 10 pounds in last three months     Yes 3 No
16. Lack of appetite     Yes 3 No
17. Nail discolorations     Yes 3 No
18. Bumpy skin on back of arms     Yes 3 No
19. Wounds heal slowly     Yes 3 No
20. Hair is easily plucked out or falls out, grows slow     Yes 3 No
21. Lips are red and swollen     Yes 3 No
22. Tongue is red, swollen, raw looking     Yes 3 No
23. Impaired taste and smell     Yes 3 No
24. Neck, armpit, groin swelling     Yes 5 No
Total Part 3 - Section B

PART 3 - Section C
1. Muscles fatigue quickly
0 1 2 3
2. Moody, irritable, tired 0 1 2 3
3. Severe fatigue 0 1 2 3
4. Severe joint pain, redness swelling 0 1 2 3
5. Chronic pain, stiffness throughout body 0 1 2 3
6. Migraine headaches 0 1 2 3
7. Specific food(s) worsen pain, inflammation, stiffness 0 1 2 3
8. Sensitive to light (skin or eyes) 0 1 2 3
9. Dark circles under eyes 0 1 2 3
10. Swollen-looking face or body 0 1 2 3
11. Localized or general itching - eyes, ears, throat, nose, skin 0 1 2 3
12. Clear, watery discharge from nose, eyes 0 1 2 3
13. Extreme dryness of eyes, nasal passages, mouth 0 1 2 3
14. Sneezing 0 1 2 3
15. Cough or wheezing 0 1 2 3
16. Moldy, damp environments trigger sickness 0 1 2 3
17. Post nasal drip with certain foods 0 1 2 3
18. Heart palpitations after eating certain foods 0 1 2 3
19. Weight loss, muscle weakness     Yes 3 No
20. Scalp hair falls out easily, in clumps     Yes 3 No
21. Hair loss, entire body     Yes 5 No
22. Easy bruising     Yes 3 No
23. Nails - loosened, pitted, discolored     Yes 5 No
Total Part 3 - Section C

PART 4 - Section A
1. Sense of being overly tired
0 1 2 3
2. Prolonged recovery after exercise 0 1 2 3
3. Coldness, especially in hands and feet 0 1 2 3
4. Difficulty breathing on exertion, palpitations 0 1 2 3
5. Headache, dizziness, spots before eyes 0 1 2 3
6. Irritable 0 1 2 3
7. Forgetful, poor concentration 0 1 2 3
8. Mild yellowing of eyes or skin 0 1 2 3
9. Ringing in ears 0 1 2 3
10. Susceptible to infections 0 1 2 3
11. Jaundice and dark urine 0 1 2 3
12. Black stool (no iron supplements) 0 1 2 3
13. Unusual cravings for clay, dirt, ice 0 1 2 3
14. Fingernails are flattened, spoon-shaped brittle, thin     Yes 5 No
15. White patches on skin     Yes 3 No
16. Pale lips, gums, eyelids nail beds     Yes 3 No
17. Red, sore tongue     Yes 3 No
18. Mouth, throat, rectum ulcers     Yes 3 No
19. Unusual bruising     Yes 3 No
20. Spontaneous bleeding - nose, mouth, gums, rectum or vagina     Yes 3 No
21. Small red cots under the skin     Yes 3 No
22. Sores in the corner of mouth     Yes 3 No
23. Smooth tongue     Yes 3 No
Total Part 4- Section A

PART 4 - Section B
1. Nosebleeds
0 1 2 3
2. Headache, typically in morning 0 1 2 3
3. Weakness, fatigue, nervous 0 1 2 3
4. Ringing in ears 0 1 2 3
5. Dizziness, drowsiness 0 1 2 3
6. Blushing - no apparent cause 0 1 2 3
7. Numbness, tingling in hand and feet 0 1 2 3
8. Blurred vision 0 1 2 3
Total Part 4- Section B

PART 4 - Section C
1. Feel jittery 0 1 2 3
2. Heartburn that moves to neck, jaws, left shoulder and arm 0 1 2 3
3. First effort of the day causes pain around chest 0 1 2 3
4. Dizziness 0 1 2 3
5. Choking, smothering sensation 0 1 2 3
6. Exhausted with minor exertion 0 1 2 3
7. Heart pounds easily 0 1 2 3
8. Heavy sweating (no exertion) 0 1 2 3
9. Mild or severe chest pain 0 1 2 3
10. Difficulty catching breath especially during exercise 0 1 2 3
11.Wheezing or dry cough 0 1 2 3
12. Heart palpitations - slow, rapid or irregular 0 1 2 3
13. Swelling in feet, ankle, legs - comes and goes 0 1 2 3
14. Veins on neck are prominent 0 1 2 3
Total Part 4- Section C
PART 4 - SECTION D
1. Fluid retention
0 1 2 3
2. Numbness, tingling, pricking sensation in hands, feet 0 1 2 3
3. Muscle pain in the calves or thighs when walking 0 1 2 3
4. Muscle pain at rest 0 1 2 3
5. Cold feet 0 1 2 3
6. Headaches 0 1 2 3
7. Dizziness, everything spins 0 1 2 3
8. Poor concentration 0 1 2 3
9. Slurred speech 0 1 2 3
10. Ringing in ears 0 1 2 3
11. Brief moments of hearing loss 0 1 2 3
12. Nausea comes and goes quickly 0 1 2 3
13. Falling without known cause 0 1 2 3
14. Brief difficulty swallowing 0 1 2 3
15. Brief difficulty speaking 0 1 2 3
16. Stammering or twitching of tongue 0 1 2 3
17. Double vision 0 1 2 3
18. Difficulty understanding spoken or written word 0 1 2 3
19. Brief loss of muscular coordination in legs, arms 0 1 2 3
20. Inability to recognize persons or things that pass very quickly 0 1 2 3
21. Inability to feel pain or temperature, usually on one side, that disappears quickly 0 1 2 3
22. One leg or arm - shiny, hairless skin     Yes 5 No
23. Discolored or blue toes     Yes 5 No
24. Open sores on feel and legs     Yes 5 No
25. Fingers and toes numb in response to cold weather even when protected     Yes 5 No
Total Part 4- Section D

Part 1 - 4 Total

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