Cara, who is 28 years old, has experienced recurrent pain in her lower abdomen over the past two months. She has been treating herself by taking over-the-counter pain medication. She has health insurance through a health maintenance organization.When Cara goes to see her physician, which of the following would a good physician do FIRST in diagnosing her condition?
A. ask her about her medical history
B. perform a physical exam
C. consult another physician about her condition
D. order medical tests
Answer: A
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