Short editorial notes about the work between observation, explanation and the next appropriate decision.
Clinical reasoning
Why observation and explanation are not the same thing
Observation records what is visible. Explanation asks what the observation can reasonably support.
First assessment
What an initial assessment can—and cannot—establish
A first appointment can clarify patterns and next steps without promising a final answer.
Next steps
When the right next step is further investigation
Sometimes the most useful outcome is a clearer reason to pause, refer or investigate further.