Scenario 4 Mr. Anthony is being seen by the provider for his annual physical. While screening the patient's history you notice that he has left the social history section blank. This is the section that includes information concerning alcohol and tobacco use. Mr. Anthony was told by the provider to stop smoking and drinking alcohol last year. 1. What should you do about the missing information? 2. How should you approach the subject? 3. Why is it important to obtain information concerning the patient's habits?
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