Gather more information about the patients condition

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Identify the patient's chief complaint. Identify what physical exams and diagnostic tests would be most appropriate to gather more information about the patient's condition. Be specific and explain your reasoning. Explain how the results would be used to make a diagnosis. Identify three to five (3-5) possible conditions that may be considered in a differential diagnosis for the patient. Explain your thinking. Patient Case Study (Patient Profile): Patient Information: Name: John Doe Age: 55 Gender: Male Height: 5'10" (178 cm) Weight: 220 lbs (100 kg) BMI: 31.6 (Obese) Occupation: Office Manager Marital Status: Married Smoking Status: Non-smoker Alcohol Consumption: Occasional Physical Activity: Sedentary lifestyle Chief Complaint: Fatigue, increased thirst, and frequent urination over the past several months. Medical History: Hypertension (diagnosed 5 years ago) Hyperlipidemia (diagnosed 3 years ago).

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