This documentation supports an Extended ROS
Patient reports feeling very thirsty over the past two weeks during the extreme heat. No dysuria noted, although frequent urination noted due to increased fluid intake. Patient reports feeling lightheaded prior to fall, although she says husband told her she was very pale. No problems with syncope, balance, swollen joints, or headache prior to injury. No constipation, diarrhea, or abdominal tenderness noted. Remainder of ROS is unremarkable.
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