Symptom input device and its control method, and program

Abstract

While enabling efficient responses to multiple questions regarding the subject's symptoms, it also encourages accurate and careful answers to important questions. [Solution] The symptom input device includes a first screen which includes a description of the content of a first type of symptom and an input area in which the confirmation result of the symptom can be input, and displays on the display unit such that each input area is displayed in the display area of ​​the display unit to receive input of the confirmation result of the first type of symptom for the subject; a second screen which includes a plurality of input areas in which the presence or absence of a second type of multiple symptoms can be input, and displays on the display unit such that each of the input areas is displayed in the display area of ​​the display unit to receive input of the confirmation result of a second type of multiple symptoms for the subject; and a control unit which stores in the storage unit the confirmation result of the first type of symptom and the confirmation result of a second type of multiple symptoms that have been input for the subject.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a symptom input device, a control method thereof, and a program.

Background Art

[0002] Patent Document 1 describes a technique for presenting question items regarding a patient's symptoms and obtaining answers.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] However, the conventional configuration has room for improvement in terms of enabling efficient answering of a plurality of question items and prompting accurate answers for important question items.

[0005] An object of the present disclosure is to enable efficient answering of a plurality of question items regarding the symptoms of a subject, while prompting accurate and careful answers for important question items.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] According to the present disclosure, a symptom input device (1) Displays a first screen including an explanation of the content of the first type of symptom and an input area where the confirmation result of the symptom can be input, on the display unit such that each input area is displayed in the display area of the display unit, receives an input of the confirmation result regarding the first type of symptom of the subject, A second screen, which includes multiple input fields on which the presence or absence of multiple second-type symptoms can be entered, is displayed on the display unit such that multiple input fields are displayed in the display area, and the input of the confirmation results regarding the multiple second-type symptoms of the subject is received. The confirmation results for the first type of symptom and the confirmation results for multiple second types of symptoms, which have been entered for the subject, are stored in the memory unit. It is equipped with a control unit.

[0007] (2) In the symptom input device of (1), The control unit may switch the screen displayed on the display unit from the first screen to the second screen when the input of the confirmation results for the first type of symptom is completed.

[0008] (3) In the symptom input device of (1) or (2), The control unit may provide at least one of text, images, and audio relating to at least one of the content and method of confirming the first type of symptom, and accept input of the confirmation result regarding the subject's first type of symptom.

[0009] (4) In any of the symptom input devices described in (1) to (3), The control unit may display on the display unit, one by one, a plurality of first screens, each containing an input area on which the confirmation result for one symptom can be entered, for each of the plurality of first types of symptoms, and accept the input of the confirmation result.

[0010] (5) In any of the symptom input devices described in (1) to (3), The control unit may, with respect to the first type of multiple symptoms, display the first screen, which includes a plurality of input fields on which the confirmation results of the plurality of symptoms can be entered, on the display unit such that each of the plurality of input fields is displayed in the display area, and accept the input of the confirmation results.

[0011] (6) In any of the symptom input devices described in (1) to (5), If the control unit receives confirmation that the subject has the first type of symptom, it may display a warning screen on the display unit.

[0012] (7) In any of the symptom input devices described in (1) to (6), The control unit may display the second screen, which includes a plurality of input fields on which the presence or absence of the plurality of symptoms of the second type can be input, on the display unit such that three or more of the input fields are displayed in the display area, and accept input of the confirmation result.

[0013] (8) In any of the symptom input devices described in (1) to (7), The control unit, A screen including a first selection field in which at least one of the second type of multiple symptoms can be selected, and a second selection field in which no symptoms can be selected, is displayed on the display unit as the second screen. A selection operation may be accepted for either the first selection field or the second selection field.

[0014] (9) In the symptom input devices described in (1) to (8), The control unit may cause the display unit to display a third screen for receiving, in a batch, corrections to the confirmation results for the first type of symptom and the confirmation results for multiple second types of symptoms of the subject, which are stored in the storage unit for the subject.

[0015] (10) In the symptom input devices described in (1) through (9), The control unit may also display a fourth screen on the display unit for receiving, in a batch, the confirmation results for the first type of symptom and the confirmation results for multiple second types of symptoms that have been previously confirmed for the subject.

[0016] According to this disclosure, the program is (11) Operate the computer as a symptom input device for any of the symptoms described in (1) through (10).

[0017] According to the present disclosure, a control method for a symptom input device is as follows: (12) A control method for a symptom input device including a control unit, comprising: The control unit: Displaying a first screen including an explanation of a first type of symptom and an input area where a confirmation result of the symptom can be input on the display unit so that each input area is displayed in the display area of the display unit, and receiving an input of the confirmation result of the first type of symptom of the subject; Displaying a second screen including a plurality of input areas where the presence or absence of a plurality of second type of symptoms can be input on the display unit so that a plurality of the input areas are displayed in the display area, and receiving an input of the confirmation result of the plurality of second type of symptoms of the subject; Storing, in a storage unit, the confirmation result of the first type of symptom and the confirmation result of the plurality of second type of symptoms input for the subject; And the like.

Effect of the Invention

[0018] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, while being able to efficiently answer a plurality of question items regarding the symptoms of a subject, it is possible to prompt an accurate and careful answer for important question items.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0019] [Figure 1] It is a diagram showing a configuration example of a system according to an embodiment. [Figure 2] It is a flowchart showing an operation example of the symptom input device in FIG. 1. [Figure 3] It is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed on the symptom input device. [Figure 4] It is a flowchart showing an example of a new input process in FIG. 2. [Figure 5A] It is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed on the symptom input device. [Figure 5B] It is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed on the symptom input device. [Figure 5C]This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 5D] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 5E] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 5F] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 5G] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 5H] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 5I] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 5J] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 5K] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 5L] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 6A] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 6B] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 6C] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 6D] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 6E] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 6F] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 6G] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 6H] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 6I] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 7] Figure 2 is a flowchart showing an example of the record correction process. [Figure 8A]This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 8B] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 9] Figure 2 is a flowchart showing an example of past input processing. [Figure 10A] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 10B] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 10C] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 10D] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 10E] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 10F] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 11] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a medical professional's terminal. [Figure 12] Figure 2 is a flowchart showing an example of the input process for other items. [Figure 13A] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 13B] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 13C] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 13D] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 13E] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 13F] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 13G] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Figure 13H] This figure shows an example of a screen displayed on a symptom input device. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0020] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the drawings. In each drawing, parts having the same configuration or function are denoted by the same reference numerals. In the description of this embodiment, redundant descriptions of the same parts may be omitted or simplified as appropriate.

[0021] (System 1) Figure 1 shows an example configuration of System 1 according to one embodiment. System 1 acquires information about the subject's symptoms and supports the subject's self-care by prompting the subject to take necessary actions based on the acquired information. The following example describes a subject who is a patient with chronic heart failure, but the type and severity of the illness or physical ailment the subject is suffering from are arbitrary.

[0022] System 1 comprises a symptom input device 10, a measurement device 20, a server device 30, and a medical professional terminal 40. The symptom input device 10, the measurement device 20, the server device 30, and the medical professional terminal 40 are connected to each other so as to be able to communicate via the Internet, an intranet, a mobile communication network, or any other network N. The following description will be an example in which there is one of each of the symptom input device 10, the measurement device 20, the server device 30, and the medical professional terminal 40 in System 1, but the number of these devices is arbitrary. The users of the symptom input device 10 and the measurement device 20 are, for example, the subject or their close relatives (e.g., family members), but may also be medical professionals such as doctors and nurses, or any other person.

[0023] The symptom input device 10 accepts input of confirmation results regarding the subject's symptoms and displays a screen to prompt the subject to take necessary actions. The symptom input device 10 transmits information such as the input symptom confirmation results to the server device 30 via the network N and receives necessary information from the server device 30. In this embodiment, the symptom input device 10 is implemented using a smartphone, but the type of device used to implement the symptom input device 10 is arbitrary. For example, the symptom input device 10 may be implemented using a tablet terminal, a PC (Personal Computer), or a dedicated device.

[0024] The measuring device 20 measures physical information related to the subject's vital signs. Such physical information may include, for example, weight, blood pressure (systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, etc.), pulse rate, blood glucose level, oxygen saturation (SpO2), respiratory rate, fat mass, lean body mass, body water content, intracellular fluid volume, extracellular fluid volume, cardiac output, activity level, or body temperature, but the type of physical information is arbitrary. The measuring device 20 can connect to other devices such as the server device 30 and the symptom input device 10 via the network N, or it may communicate directly with the symptom input device 10 using, for example, Bluetooth® or NFC (Near Field Communication). Below, examples in which a weighing scale and a blood pressure monitor are used as the measuring device 20 will be described.

[0025] The server device 30 manages status information (e.g., electronic medical records) for each individual. Status information includes, for example, physical information measured by the measuring device 20 and information recording the results of confirmation regarding the individual's symptoms entered in the symptom input device 10. In this embodiment, the server device 30 is implemented by a WS (Work Station) and a database (DB), but the type of equipment used to implement the server device 30 is arbitrary. For example, the server device 30 may be implemented by a PC or dedicated equipment.

[0026] The medical professional terminal 40 is used by medical professionals such as doctors and nurses to view patient status information managed by the server device 30 and to input necessary information. In this embodiment, the medical professional terminal 40 is implemented using a PC, but the type of equipment used to implement the medical professional terminal 40 is arbitrary. For example, the medical professional terminal 40 may be implemented using a tablet terminal or a dedicated device.

[0027] In this configuration, the symptom input device 10 displays questions about symptoms and accepts input of the subject's confirmation results. Here, for the first type of symptom, which is of higher importance, the symptom input device 10 controls the display area of ​​the display unit so that an input field for answering the question, along with an explanation of the content of the symptom, is displayed simultaneously, and accepts input of the confirmation results for that symptom. For the second type of symptom, the symptom input device 10 controls the display area of ​​the display unit so that multiple input fields for answering whether or not the symptom is present are displayed simultaneously, and accepts input of the confirmation results for that symptom.

[0028] Therefore, for the first type of symptom, the symptom input device 10 can prompt the user to carefully and accurately confirm the symptom. For the second type of symptom, the symptom input device 10 can enable the user to efficiently answer multiple questions. Thus, the symptom input device 10 enables efficient answers to multiple questions while also prompting accurate answers to important questions.

[0029] (Symptom input device 10) As shown in Figure 1, the symptom input device 10 comprises a control unit 11, a storage unit 12, a communication unit 13, an input unit 14, and an output unit 15.

[0030] The control unit 11 includes one or more processors. In one embodiment, the "processor" is a general-purpose processor or a dedicated processor specialized for a specific process, but is not limited to these. The control unit 11 is communicatively connected to each component constituting the symptom input device 10 and controls the operation of the entire symptom input device 10.

[0031] The storage unit 12 includes, for example, any storage module such as an HDD (Hard Disk Drive), SSD (Solid State Drive), ROM (Read-Only Memory), and RAM (Random Access Memory). The storage unit 12 may function as, for example, main memory, auxiliary memory, or cache memory. The storage unit 12 stores any information used in the operation of the symptom input device 10. For example, the storage unit 12 may store system programs, application programs, and various information received by the communication unit 13. The storage unit 12 is not limited to those built into the symptom input device 10, but may be an external database or an external storage module.

[0032] The communication unit 13 includes an optional communication module that can communicate with other devices such as the measuring device 20, the server device 30, and the medical professional terminal 40 using any communication technology. The communication unit 13 may further include a communication control module for controlling communication with other devices, and a storage module for storing communication data such as identification information necessary for communication with other devices.

[0033] The input unit 14 includes one or more input interfaces that receive input operations from the operator and acquire input information based on the operator's operations. For example, the input unit 14 may be, but is not limited to, a touchscreen integrated with the display of the output unit 15, physical keys, capacitive keys, a pointing device, or a microphone that accepts voice input.

[0034] The output unit 15 includes one or more output interfaces that output information to the operator and notify the operator. For example, the output unit 15 is a display unit that outputs information as an image, or a speaker that outputs information as sound, but is not limited to these. Such a display may be, for example, a liquid crystal panel display or an organic EL (Electro Luminescence) display. At least one of the above-mentioned input unit 14 and output unit 15 may be configured integrally with the symptom input device 10, or may be provided as a separate unit.

[0035] The function of the symptom input device 10 can be realized by executing a computer program (program) according to this embodiment on the processor included in the control unit 11. In other words, the function of the symptom input device 10 can be realized by software. The computer program causes the computer to execute the processing of the steps included in the operation of the symptom input device 10, thereby realizing the function corresponding to the processing of each step. In other words, the computer program is a program that causes the computer to function as the symptom input device 10 according to this embodiment. The computer program may be recorded on a recording medium that can be read by a computer. The program includes information used for processing by an electronic computer that is equivalent to a program. For example, data that is not a direct instruction to the computer but has the nature of defining the processing of the computer falls under the category of "information equivalent to a program".

[0036] Some or all of the functions of the symptom input device 10 may be implemented by a dedicated circuit included in the control unit 11. In other words, some or all of the functions of the symptom input device 10 may be implemented by hardware. Furthermore, the symptom input device 10 may be implemented by a single computer or by the cooperation of multiple computers.

[0037] (Measuring device 20) As shown in Figure 1, the measuring device 20 comprises a control unit 21, a storage unit 22, a communication unit 23, an input unit 24, an output unit 25, and a measuring unit 26. The functions and configurations of the control unit 21, storage unit 22, communication unit 23, input unit 24, and output unit 25 are the same as those of the control unit 11, storage unit 12, communication unit 13, input unit 14, and output unit 15 of the symptom input device 10, so a detailed explanation is omitted.

[0038] The measurement unit 26 measures physical information related to the subject's vital signs. Such physical information may include, for example, weight, blood pressure (systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, etc.), pulse rate, blood glucose level, oxygen saturation (SpO2), respiratory rate, fat mass, lean body mass, body water content, intracellular fluid volume, extracellular fluid volume, cardiac output, activity level, or body temperature, but the type of physical information is arbitrary.

[0039] The functions of the measuring device 20 can be realized by executing the program according to this embodiment on the processor included in the control unit 21. Some or all of the functions of the measuring device 20 may be realized by a dedicated circuit included in the control unit 21. That is, some or all of the functions of the measuring device 20 may be realized by hardware. Furthermore, the measuring device 20 may be realized by a single computer or by the cooperation of multiple computers.

[0040] (Server device 30) As shown in Figure 1, the server device 30 comprises a control unit 31, a storage unit 32, and a communication unit 33. The functions and configurations of the control unit 31, storage unit 32, and communication unit 33 are the same as those of the control unit 11, storage unit 12, and communication unit 13 of the symptom input device 10, so a detailed explanation is omitted.

[0041] The functions of the server device 30 can be realized by executing the program according to this embodiment on the processor included in the control unit 31. Some or all of the functions of the server device 30 may be realized by dedicated circuits included in the control unit 31. In other words, some or all of the functions of the server device 30 may be realized by hardware. Furthermore, the server device 30 may be realized by a single computer or by the cooperation of multiple computers.

[0042] (Medical professional terminal 40) As shown in Figure 1, the medical professional terminal 40 comprises a control unit 41, a storage unit 42, a communication unit 43, an input unit 44, and an output unit 45. The functions and configurations of the control unit 41, storage unit 42, communication unit 43, input unit 44, and output unit 45 are the same as those of the control unit 11, storage unit 12, communication unit 13, input unit 14, and output unit 15 of the symptom input device 10, so a detailed explanation is omitted.

[0043] The functions of the medical professional terminal 40 can be realized by executing the program according to this embodiment on the processor included in the control unit 41. Some or all of the functions of the medical professional terminal 40 may be realized by a dedicated circuit included in the control unit 41. In other words, some or all of the functions of the medical professional terminal 40 may be realized by hardware. Furthermore, the medical professional terminal 40 may be realized by a single computer or by the cooperation of multiple computers.

[0044] (Example of operation) Figures 2, 4, 7, 9, and 12 are flowcharts illustrating examples of the operation of the symptom input device 10 shown in Figure 1. The operation of the symptom input device 10 described with reference to Figures 2, 4, 7, 9, and 12 may correspond to one of the control methods for the symptom input device 10. The operation of each step in Figures 2, 4, 7, 9, and 12 may be performed based on control by the control unit 11 of the symptom input device 10. The following processes may be performed by launching an application for symptom input on a smartphone used to implement the symptom input device 10. Below, an example will be described where the operation date of the symptom input device 10 is August 21, 2024 (Wednesday).

[0045] In step S1, the control unit 11 determines whether the user has selected to input a new record for the day. Specifically, the control unit 11 determines whether the input unit 14 of the symptom input device 10 has been instructed to input a new record for the day.

[0046] Figure 3 shows an example of the home screen displayed on the symptom input device 10. Image 54 is used by the user to select the date on which to input or modify records. Image 52, the "Health Condition" button, is selected by the user to input the subject's health condition. Image 53, the "Weight" button, is selected by the user to input the subject's weight. Image 55, the "Morning" button, is selected by the user to input the subject's morning blood pressure. Image 56, the "Evening" button, is selected by the user to input the subject's evening blood pressure. Image 57, the "Medication" button, is selected by the user to input the subject's medication status. Image 58, the "Exercise" button, is selected by the user to input the subject's exercise status.

[0047] In step S1, the control unit 11 may determine that the user has selected to input a new record for the current day if the image 52 of the "Health Condition" button is selected when the current day (in this embodiment, August 21, 2024 (Wed)) is selected in image 54. If the control unit 11 determines that inputting a new record for the current day is selected (YES in step S1), it proceeds to step S2; otherwise (NO in step S1), it proceeds to step S3.

[0048] In step S2, the control unit 11 executes a new input process. The new input process is the process of receiving new input from the user regarding the confirmation results of the symptoms on that day. Details of the new input process will be described later with reference to Figures 4, 5A to 5L, and 6A to 6I. After completing the new input process, the control unit 11 terminates the process shown in the flowchart of Figure 2.

[0049] In step S3, the control unit 11 determines whether or not the user has selected to modify a previously entered record. For example, if the user has already recorded their physical condition and then selects the image 52 of the "Physical Condition" button, the control unit 11 may determine that the user has selected to modify a previously entered record. If the user has selected to modify a previously entered record (YES in step S3), the control unit 11 proceeds to step S4; otherwise (NO in step S3), it proceeds to step S5.

[0050] In step S4, the control unit 11 executes a record correction process. The record correction process is a process that accepts corrections to previously entered records from the user. Details of the record correction process will be described later with reference to Figures 7, 8A, and 8B. After completing the record correction process, the control unit 11 terminates the process shown in the flowchart of Figure 2.

[0051] In step S5, the control unit 11 determines whether the user has selected to input past records. For example, in image 54, if a past date is selected where "Health Condition" is not entered, and the image 52 of the "Health Condition" button is selected, the control unit 11 may determine that the user has selected to input past records. For example, as shown in Figure 10A, in image 148 where August 16, 2024 (Friday) is selected, the control unit 11 may determine that the user has selected to input past records when the image 149 of the "Health Condition" button is selected. If the user has selected to input past records (YES in step S5), the control unit 11 proceeds to step S6; otherwise (NO in step S5), it proceeds to step S7.

[0052] In step S6, the control unit 11 performs past input processing. Past input processing is the process of receiving input from the user regarding the confirmation results of symptoms on past dates. Details of past input processing will be described later with reference to Figures 9, 10A to 10F, and 11. After completing past input processing, the control unit 11 terminates the process of the flowchart in Figure 2.

[0053] In step S7, the control unit 11 determines whether or not input for other items has been selected. For example, if "Today" is selected in image 54, the control unit 11 may determine that input for other items has been selected by the user if image 57 of the "Medicine" button or image 58 of the "Exercise" button is selected. If input for other items has been selected (YES in step S7), the control unit 11 proceeds to step S8; otherwise (NO in step S7), it returns to step S1.

[0054] In step S8, the control unit 11 executes the input of other items. The input of other items is the process of receiving confirmation results from the user regarding items other than physical condition. Details of the input of other items will be described later with reference to Figures 12 and 13A to 13H. After completing the input of other items, the control unit 11 terminates the process of the flowchart in Figure 2.

[0055] (New entry processing) Figure 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the new input process in Figure 2. Figures 5A to 5L and 6A to 6I show examples of screens displayed on the symptom input device 10.

[0056] In step S11, the control unit 11 displays the first screen on the display unit 15 and receives input from the user regarding the confirmation results for the first type of symptom of the subject.

[0057] Figure 5A shows an example of the first screen for receiving input of confirmation results regarding the first type of symptom. Screen 61 includes image 62 containing questions regarding the first type of symptom, images 63 and 64 constituting input areas for receiving answers regarding the confirmation results, and image 65 containing an explanation of the content of the first type of symptom. If a patient with chronic heart failure has symptoms of dyspnea at rest, there is a risk that the patient is in a dangerous condition. Therefore, the control unit 11 prompts the subject, who is a patient with chronic heart failure, to provide an accurate and careful response by confirming the presence or absence of symptoms of dyspnea at rest on the first screen.

[0058] Specifically, the control unit 11 displays not only the image 62 of the question but also an image 65 containing an explanation of the content of the first type of symptom, enabling the user to correctly understand the content of the symptom and respond. The control unit 11 may provide the explanation of the content of the first type of symptom not only as an image (still image, video), but also as text, audio, or at least a combination of any of these.

[0059] Furthermore, the control unit 11 ensures that the user can answer the question by preventing the user from selecting the "Next" image 66 to proceed to the next page unless the user selects either the "Yes" image 63 or the "No" image 64, which constitute the input area for answering the question. For example, in Figure 5A, the control unit 11 displays the "Next" image 66 in a manner that is difficult to see and prevents the user from selecting "Next". As shown in Figure 5B, when either the "Yes" image 63 or the "No" image 64 is selected, the control unit 11 switches the "Next" image 69 to a more visible image and controls it so that the user can select it.

[0060] Furthermore, the control unit 11 encourages the user to answer carefully by controlling the display area of ​​the output unit 15 so that there is only one input area for each question displayed simultaneously (including images 63 and 64 in the example of Figure 5A). For example, when presenting multiple questions about a first type of symptom that requires careful answering, the control unit 11 may prepare multiple first screens, each containing an input area for inputting the result of confirming one symptom and an explanation, and switch between these one by one on the display unit.

[0061] Alternatively, the control unit 11 may display a first screen containing multiple input fields into which the confirmation results of multiple symptoms of the first type can be entered, on the display unit such that the input fields are displayed one at a time in the display area, and accept input of the confirmation results. Figure 5C shows an example of the relationship between the first screen containing multiple input fields and the display area 50 of the output unit 15's display unit. In Figure 5C, the screen 71 related to the first screen contains two input fields shown by images 72 and 73. After an input operation is performed on the input field shown by image 72, if the "Next" image 74 is selected, the control unit 11 scrolls the screen 71 in the display area 50 to display the input field shown by image 73 and accepts input of confirmation results for the other symptoms of the first type. After the user enters into the input field of image 73 and selects the "Next" image 75, the control unit 11 displays the next screen. In this way, the control unit 11 can encourage careful and reliable input from the user by scrolling the first screen containing multiple input fields so that only one input field is displayed at a time.

[0062] Returning to the explanation of Figure 4, in step S12, the control unit 11 determines whether or not the subject has the first type of symptom based on the input results from step S11. If the control unit 11 receives input of confirmation results for multiple first type symptoms in step S11, it may determine that the first type of symptom exists if it is answered that at least one symptom exists. If the first type of symptom exists (YES in step S12), the control unit 11 proceeds to step S13; otherwise (NO in step S12), it proceeds to step S14.

[0063] In step S13, the control unit 11 outputs an alert from the output unit 15 according to the symptoms present. Figure 5D shows an example of a screen 77 that alerts the user to relatively mild symptoms. Screen 77 includes an image 78 that prompts the user to seek medical attention within one week. Screen 77 also includes an image 79 that constitutes a checkbox for the user to indicate that they have seen the alert.

[0064] The control unit 11 ensures that the user is aware of the alert by preventing the user from selecting the "Complete" image 81 to proceed to the next page unless the checkbox in image 79 is checked. For example, in Figure 5D, the control unit 11 may display the "Complete" image 81 in a way that makes it difficult to see and prevent the user from selecting "Complete". As shown in Figure 5E, when the checkbox in image 79 is checked, the control unit 11 may switch the "Complete" image 82 to a more easily visible image and allow the user to select it.

[0065] Note that the alert displays in Figures 5D and 5E are examples, and the control unit 11 may, depending on the severity of the symptoms, display a screen 93 such as in Figure 5J to prompt the user to seek immediate medical attention. In addition, the control unit 11 may output alerts not only through the display of images (including still images and videos) and text, but also through a combination of sound, vibration, etc.

[0066] Thus, when the control unit 11 receives confirmation that the subject has the first type of symptom, it displays a warning screen on the display unit of the output unit 15. Therefore, the control unit 11 can prompt the user to take a quick action regarding the symptoms that require attention. After outputting the alert, the control unit 11 proceeds to step S14 in Figure 4.

[0067] In step S14, the control unit 11 displays the second screen on the display unit 15 and receives input from the user regarding the confirmation results for the second type of symptom of the subject.

[0068] Figure 5F shows an example of a second screen for receiving input of confirmation results regarding the second type of symptoms. Screen 84 includes an image 86 which constitutes a first selection field where at least one of several second type of symptoms can be selected, and an image 87 which constitutes a second selection field where "no symptoms" can be selected. The user selects the symptoms that the subject is experiencing from the images 86. If none of the symptoms displayed in image 87 are present in the subject, the user selects the "no worsening" image 87.

[0069] Although screen 84 also includes image 85 for selecting whether or not "resting dyspnea" is present, in this example, the presence or absence of resting dyspnea has already been confirmed in steps S11 and S12. Therefore, the control unit 11 may display the "resting dyspnea" image 85 in a manner that makes it difficult to see, and may also control the system so that this image 85 cannot be selected.

[0070] The control unit 11 ensures that the user performs the confirmation operation by preventing the user from selecting the "Save" image 88, which records the data and proceeds to the next page, unless one of the symptoms displayed in image 86 is selected, or the "No Worsening" image 87 is selected. For example, in Figure 5F, the control unit 11 may display the "Save" image 88 in a manner that is difficult to see and prevent the user from selecting this "Save" image. If a symptom in image 86 (such as "Swelling" and "Loss of Appetite" in Figure 5F) is selected, as in Figure 5G, or if the "No Worsening" image 87 is selected, as in Figure 5H, the control unit 11 may switch the "Save" image 88 to a more easily visible image 89 and allow the user to select it.

[0071] Furthermore, if a symptom is selected in image 86 as shown in Figure 5G and image 87, which indicates "no worsening," is selected, the control unit 11 may deselect the symptom in image 86 and control the system so that only image 87, which indicates "no worsening," is selected, as shown in Figure 5H. Alternatively, if only image 87, which indicates "no worsening," is selected, the control unit 11 may deselect image 87 and control the system so that only the symptoms in image 86 are selected, as shown in Figure 5H. In this way, the control unit 11 may accept selection operations for only one of the first selection field using image 86 or the second selection field using image 87. Therefore, if the subject does not have any symptoms, the control unit 11 can prompt the user to input that fact, thereby preventing the user from forgetting to check for symptoms and encouraging careful input. In addition, the control unit 11 can distinguish between the fact that symptoms were not checked and the fact that the absence of symptoms was confirmed.

[0072] For the second type of symptoms, the control unit 11 accepts the input of the subject's confirmation results via a second screen that allows input of the presence or absence of multiple symptoms, enabling efficient input. Furthermore, for multiple symptoms of the second type, the control unit 11 may display a second screen containing multiple input fields for inputting the presence or absence of the multiple symptoms on the display unit, such that three or more input fields are displayed in the display area, and accept the input of the confirmation results. This allows the user to input the symptom confirmation results for the second type of symptoms even more efficiently.

[0073] In step S15 of Figure 4, the control unit 11 determines whether or not the subject has a second type of symptom based on the input result from step S14. The control unit 11 may determine that a second type of symptom exists if it is answered that at least one second type of symptom exists. If a second type of symptom exists (YES in step S15), the control unit 11 proceeds to step S16; otherwise (NO in step S15), it proceeds to step S17.

[0074] In step S16, the control unit 11 outputs an alert from the output unit 15 according to the symptoms present. The output of the alert can be done in the same way as in step S13. After outputting the alert, the control unit 11 proceeds to step S17.

[0075] When the input of the confirmation results for the first type of symptom is completed (steps S11 to S13), the control unit 11 switches the screen displayed on the display unit from the first screen to the second screen and performs confirmation for the second type of symptom (step S14). Therefore, the control unit 11 can input symptoms carefully and accurately in response to more important question items.

[0076] Furthermore, if the control unit 11 determines in step S12 that there is a serious first-type symptom requiring immediate attention, it may notify the user of an alert prompting them to visit a medical institution and return to the home screen without prompting them to confirm the second-type symptom or input weight, blood pressure, etc., as described later. For example, as shown in Figure 5I, if image 91 indicating that resting dyspnea is present is selected on screen 61 and image 69 of "Next" is selected, an alert like the one in Figure 5J may be notified. Figure 5J shows screen 93, which includes image 94 showing the details of the alert. If image 95 of "Confirmed" is selected, the control unit 11 may switch image 96 of "Completed" 96 to an easily recognizable image like image 97 in Figure 5K and display the home screen (screen 51) as shown in Figure 5L without transitioning to the second-type input screen. Screen 51 in Figure 5L includes image 99 indicating "Danger" to prompt emergency transport of the subject, and the image 100 of the "Health Condition" button is highlighted to indicate that the subject is in a dangerous state, thereby encouraging a quick response.

[0077] Returning to the explanation of Figure 4, in step S17, the control unit 11 determines whether or not this is the first time that the subject's physical condition has been entered for that day. If it is the first time (YES in step S17), the control unit 11 proceeds to step S18; otherwise (NO in step S17), it proceeds to step S19.

[0078] In step S18, the control unit 11 receives input of the subject's weight and blood pressure.

[0079] Figure 6A shows an example of a screen 102 that prompts the user to measure their weight. Screen 102 includes an image 103 that displays a message prompting the user to measure their weight, an image 105 of a button to select when manually entering the weight, and an image 106 of a button for obtaining the weight measurement value from the measuring device 20, which is a scale, via NFC communication. If the symptom input device 10 is paired with the measuring device 20, which is a scale, via Bluetooth® or other communication, it may automatically receive and obtain the weight measurement value from the measuring device 20. Here, we will explain an example in which the user selects the "manual entry" button image 105 and manually enters the weight measurement value.

[0080] When image 105 is selected on screen 102 in Figure 6A, the control unit 11 displays screen 102 in Figure 6B to prompt the user to input their weight. Screen 102 in Figure 6B includes an image 108 for the date, an image 109 for the time input area, and an image 110 for the weight input area. The control unit 11 may automatically acquire the date and time by referring to its own timing unit and display them in images 108 and 109. When image 110 is selected by the user, the control unit 11 displays screen 102 in Figure 6C. As shown in Figure 6B, the control unit 11 may display the "Save" image 111 in a manner that makes it difficult to see until the weight is entered, and may also control the system so that the user cannot select it.

[0081] The screen 102 in Figure 6C includes an image 113 of a user interface for inputting weight measurements. In the example in Figure 6C, the image 113 of the screen 102 accepts weight input via a drum-roll type user interface, although the type of user interface is arbitrary. After the user selects their weight, they select the image 114 of the "Save" button. When the image 114 of the "Save" button is selected, the control unit 11 displays the input value in the image 116 of the weight input field and makes the image 117 of the "Save" button selectable, as shown in Figure 6D.

[0082] When the image 117 of the "Save" button is selected, the control unit 11 displays an image 119 on screen 102, as shown in Figure 6E, which shows the weight trend and whether the weight is within the normal range. The user selects the "Additional Measurement" image 120 if they wish to measure and input their weight further, or selects the "Complete" image 121 if they wish to finish measuring their weight. When the "Complete" image 121 is selected, the control unit 11 accepts the input of blood pressure.

[0083] Figure 6F shows an example of a screen 123 that prompts blood pressure measurement. Screen 123 includes an image 124 that displays a prompt for blood pressure measurement, an image 125 of buttons to select when manually entering blood pressure, and an image 126 of buttons for acquiring blood pressure measurements from the blood pressure monitor measuring device 20 via NFC communication. If the symptom input device 10 is paired with the blood pressure monitor measuring device 20 via Bluetooth® or the like, it may automatically receive and acquire blood pressure measurements from the measuring device 20. Here, we will explain an example of automatically acquiring blood pressure measurements from the blood pressure monitor measuring device 20 via Bluetooth® or the like.

[0084] When the control unit 11 obtains the blood pressure measurement of the subject from the measuring device 20, it displays an image 132 on the screen 123, as shown in Figure 6H, which includes the date, time, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, and pulse rate measurements. After the user confirms the measurements, they select the "Save" button on image 133. Depending on the selection of the "Save" button (image 133), the control unit 11 displays an image 128 on screen 123, as shown in Figure 6G, which shows the blood pressure trend and whether the blood pressure is within the normal range. The user selects the "Additional Measurement" image 129 if they wish to measure and input further blood pressure, or selects the "Complete" image 130 if they wish to finish measuring blood pressure.

[0085] When the "Complete" image 121 is selected, the control unit 11 finishes the blood pressure input and displays the home screen (screen 51) as shown in Figure 6I. On screen 51, in addition to the "Physical Condition" button image 136, the "Weight" button image 137 and the "Morning" blood pressure button image 138 are marked with check marks indicating that input has been completed, and an overview of the measured values ​​is shown. In the example in Figure 6I, a "Warning" image 135 is also displayed, prompting the user to seek medical attention within one week, depending on the input content of the physical condition.

[0086] Returning to the explanation of Figure 4, in step S19, the control unit 11 stores the previously entered information and measured values ​​in the storage unit 12. The control unit 11 may also immediately store the results of the symptom confirmation or the acquired measured values ​​in the storage unit 12 when the user inputs them. After completing the process in step S19, the control unit 11 terminates the new input process.

[0087] (Record correction process) Figure 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the record correction process in Figure 2. Figures 8A and 8B show examples of screens displayed on the symptom input device 10.

[0088] In step S21, the control unit 11 displays the third screen on the display unit of the output unit 15 and accepts requests from the user to correct the confirmation results regarding the first and second types of symptoms of the subject.

[0089] Figure 8A shows an example of a third screen for accepting corrections to the confirmation results regarding the first and second types of symptoms. Screen 140 includes an image 141 containing multiple symptoms of the first and second types, and a selection field where "No Worsening" can be selected, an image 142 of a "Delete" button, and an image 143 of a "Save" button. Here, the image 143 of the "Save" button is displayed in a manner that makes it difficult to see, and the control unit 11 prevents the user from selecting "Save". The user selects the items that need to be corrected from the image 141 and corrects the input content. In response to the user's correction operation, the control unit 11 controls the system to enable the selection of the "Save" button.

[0090] As shown in Figure 8A, the control unit 11 accepts corrections to both Type 1 and Type 2 symptoms that have already been entered, all at once on the third screen. This is because, when a user deliberately requests corrections to their input, it is expected that the user will have a thorough understanding of both Type 1 and Type 2 symptoms and will enter the information carefully. Therefore, the user can efficiently correct the entered information.

[0091] In the example in Figure 8A, "swelling" and "loss of appetite" are selected. If the user wishes to change these to "no worsening," they select the image 145 of the "no worsening" button, as shown in Figure 8B. In response, the control unit 11 replaces the image 143 of the "Save" button, which was displayed in a way that was difficult to see, with an image 146 that was displayed in a way that was easier to see, and accepts the selection.

[0092] In step S22 of Figure 7, it is determined whether the first or second type of symptom exists as a result of the correction. The control unit 11 may determine that the first or second type of symptom exists if it is answered that at least one of the first and second type symptoms exists. If the control unit 11 determines that the symptom exists (YES in step S22), it proceeds to step S23; otherwise, it proceeds to step S24.

[0093] In step S23, the control unit 11 outputs an alert from the output unit 15 according to the symptoms present. The output of the alert can be done in the same way as in step S13 in Figure 4. After outputting the alert, the control unit 11 proceeds to step S24.

[0094] In step S24, the control unit 11 stores the correction details in the storage unit 12. Alternatively, the control unit 11 may immediately store the corrections made by the user regarding the symptom confirmation results in the storage unit 12. After completing the process in step S24, the control unit 11 terminates the record correction process.

[0095] As described above, the control unit 11 accepts corrections for both Type 1 and Type 2 symptoms that have already been entered, all at once on the third screen. Therefore, the user can efficiently correct their input.

[0096] (Past input processing) Figure 9 is a flowchart showing an example of the past input processing in Figure 2. Figures 10A to 10F show examples of screens displayed on the symptom input device 10. Figure 11 shows an example of a screen displayed on the medical professional terminal 40. As mentioned above, if a past date is selected on the home screen (screen 51) of Figure 10A and the image 149 of the "health condition" button is selected, the control unit 11 may start the past input processing.

[0097] In step S31, the control unit 11 displays the fourth screen on the display unit 15 and receives input from the user regarding past confirmation results for the subject's first and second types of symptoms.

[0098] Figure 10B shows an example of a fourth screen for receiving input of past confirmation results regarding the first and second types of symptoms. Screen 151 includes an image 152 for inputting the time, an image 153 including a selection field for selecting multiple symptoms of the first and second types, an image 154 including a selection field for selecting "No worsening", an image 155 for a "Delete" button, and an image 156 for a "Save" button. Here, the image 156 for the "Save" button is displayed in a manner that makes it difficult to see, and the control unit 11 prevents the user from selecting "Save". The user selects and inputs the necessary items from images 153 and 154. In response to the user's input operation, the control unit 11 controls the system to enable the selection of the "Save" button.

[0099] As shown in Figure 10B, the control unit 11 accepts input of past confirmation results for both Type 1 and Type 2 symptoms on the fourth screen all at once. This is because, if the user specifically requests input of past symptoms, it is expected that the user will have a thorough understanding of both Type 1 and Type 2 symptoms and will input the information carefully. Therefore, the user can input the contents of the confirmation results efficiently.

[0100] In the example in Figure 10C, image 158 of "resting dyspnea" is selected. As shown in Figure 10C, when image 158 of "resting dyspnea" is selected and image 159 of "no worsening" is selected, the control unit 11 deselects "resting dyspnea" as shown in Figure 10D. This allows the user to avoid contradictory input. The control unit 11 may also perform the same process in the record correction process described with reference to Figure 7. Furthermore, when the user makes a selection operation for images 153 and 154, the control unit 11 replaces image 156 of the "Save" button (Figure 10B), which was displayed in a manner that was difficult to see, with image 160 in a manner that was easy to see (Figures 10C and 10D), and accepts the selection.

[0101] In step S32 of Figure 9, the control unit 11 determines whether or not the first type or second type of symptom exists based on the input from step S31. The control unit 11 may determine that the first type or second type of symptom exists if it is answered that at least one of the first type and second type of symptom exists. If the control unit 11 determines that the symptom exists (YES in step S32), it proceeds to step S33; otherwise, it proceeds to step S34 (NO in step 322).

[0102] In step S33, the control unit 11 outputs an alert from the output unit 15 according to the symptoms present. The output of the alert can be done in the same way as in step S33 in Figure 4. Figure 10E shows an example where, based on past inputs, the situation was judged to be "dangerous" and an image prompting emergency transport was displayed. After outputting the alert, the control unit 11 proceeds to step S24.

[0103] In step S24, the control unit 11 stores the correction details in the storage unit 12. Alternatively, the control unit 11 may immediately store the corrections made by the user regarding the symptom confirmation results in the storage unit 12. After completing the process in step S24, the control unit 11 terminates the record correction process.

[0104] The control unit 11 may also display changes in the subject's past symptoms in response to user instructions. The screen 164 shown in Figure 10F includes an image 165 that shows past changes in physical condition using icons. In the example in Figure 10F, resting dyspnea was confirmed on August 18th and 20th, 2024, and this was judged as "dangerous." Swelling and loss of appetite were also confirmed on August 18th, 2024, and this was judged as "caution." By referring to such displays, the user can easily understand the changes in the subject's physical condition.

[0105] Furthermore, when a column for each day of the week is selected from the finger slots, the control unit 11 may transition to a symptom input screen (for example, Figure 10B) for that day of the week and accept input of the symptom confirmation results.

[0106] The symptom input device 10 uploads the confirmation results entered by the user and the measured values ​​obtained from the measuring device 20 to the server device 30, so that the server device 30 synchronizes and maintains the data held by the symptom input device 10. The medical professional terminal 40 can access the server device 30 to obtain this data and refer to the same data as the data held by the symptom input device 10. Figure 11 shows an example of a screen 170 displayed on the display unit of the output unit 15 of the medical professional terminal 40. Screen 170 is generated using the same data as the symptom input device 10 and displays the same content as screen 164 in Figure 10F. Therefore, medical professionals can grasp changes in the patient's physical condition and take necessary actions quickly, such as contacting the patient and urging them to visit a hospital if necessary.

[0107] As described above, the control unit 11 accepts input for previously observed symptoms, including not only type 2 symptoms but also type 1 symptoms, all at once on the fourth screen. Therefore, users can input information efficiently.

[0108] (Other item input processing) Figure 12 is a flowchart showing an example of the input process for other items in Figure 2. Figures 13A to 13H show examples of screens displayed on the symptom input device 10. As mentioned above, if the image 175 of the "medicine" button or the image 176 of the "exercise" button is selected on the home screen (screen 51) in Figure 13A, the control unit 11 may start the input process for other items. In the example in Figure 13A, images 172 to 174 show the confirmation results or measurements, and "physical condition," "weight," and "morning" blood pressure have already been entered.

[0109] In step S41, the control unit 11 receives input of the confirmation results for other items.

[0110] In step S42, the control unit 11 stores the confirmation results of the other items entered in step S41 in the storage unit 12. Then, the control unit 11 terminates the other item input process.

[0111] Figure 13B shows an example of screen 178 that accepts input of medication records in step S41. Screen 178 includes an image 179 of a field for inputting the number of times the medication was taken, and an image 180 of a checkbox indicating that all prescribed medications have been taken.

[0112] When image 179 is selected, the control unit 11 displays a user interface for inputting the number of times medication has been taken, as shown in Figure 13C. In the example in Figure 13C, screen 178 accepts input of the number of times medication has been taken via a drum-roll type user interface, but the type of user interface is arbitrary. The control unit 11 updates image 180, which displays the number of times the medication has been taken, in response to the operation on the drum-roll. When image 181, the "OK" button, is selected, the control unit 11 displays the input value (3 times in the example in Figure 13D) in the image that displays "Number of times taken". When the number of times the medication has been taken and the "Drank all" checkbox (image 180) is checked, the control unit 11 makes image 183, the "Save" button, selectable. In response to the selection of the "Save" button, the control unit 11 stores the entered number of times medication has been taken in the storage unit 12 (step S42).

[0113] Once the medication record entry is complete, the control unit 11 displays a summary of the input content ("3 times") on the image 182 of the "Medicine" button on the home screen (screen 51), as shown in Figure 13E.

[0114] Furthermore, when the "exercise" image 176 is selected on screen 51, the control unit 11 displays a screen 184 that accepts input of the exercise record, as shown in Figure 13F (step S41). Screen 184 includes an image 185 for inputting whether or not exercise was performed, an image 186 for "delete", and an image 187 for "save". As shown in Figure 13G, when the "exercised" checkbox (image 189) is checked, the control unit 11 controls the system to allow selection of the "delete" image 190 and the "save" image 191. Depending on the selection of the "save" image 191, the control unit 11 stores whether or not exercise was performed in the storage unit 12 (step S42).

[0115] Once the input of the exercise record is complete, the control unit 11 displays an overview of the input content (exercise performed) on the image 182 of the "Exercise" button on the home screen (screen 51), as shown in Figure 13H.

[0116] As described above, the symptom input device 10 displays a first screen on the display unit, which includes a description of the content of the first type of symptom and an input area where the confirmation result of the symptom can be entered, so that the input areas are displayed one at a time in the display area of ​​the display unit, and accepts input of the confirmation result for the first type of symptom of the subject. That is, for the first type of symptom, the symptom input device 10 displays the first screen on the display unit so that the number of input areas displayed simultaneously in the display area of ​​the display unit is one at a time, and accepts input of the confirmation result. The symptom input device 10 displays a second screen on the display unit, which includes multiple input areas where the presence or absence of multiple second type symptoms can be entered, so that the input areas are displayed multiple at a time in the display area of ​​the display unit, and accepts input of confirmation results for multiple second type symptoms of the subject. The symptom input device 10 stores the confirmation results for the first type of symptom and the confirmation results for multiple second type symptoms entered for the subject in the storage unit 12.

[0117] Thus, the symptom input device 10 accepts input of the subject's confirmation results for the first type of symptom, which is a more important item, through a first screen that includes an explanation, enabling careful and accurate input of symptoms. For the second type of symptom, the symptom input device 10 accepts input of the subject's confirmation results through a second screen that allows input of the presence or absence of multiple symptoms, enabling efficient input. Therefore, the symptom input device 10 allows for efficient answers to multiple question items while encouraging accurate answers to important question items.

[0118] This disclosure is not limited to the embodiments described above. For example, multiple blocks shown in the block diagram may be combined, or a single block may be divided. Multiple steps shown in the flowchart may be performed in parallel or in a different order, depending on the processing capacity of the device performing each step, or as necessary, instead of being performed in chronological order as described. Other modifications are possible without departing from the spirit of this disclosure. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0119] 1: System 10: Symptom Input Device 11: Control Unit 12: Storage part 13: Communications Department 14: Input section 15: Output section 20: Measuring device 21: Control Unit 22: Storage part 23: Communications Department 24: Input section 25: Output section 26: Measuring part 30: Server equipment 31: Control Unit 32: Storage part 33: Communications Department 40: Medical professional terminal 41: Control Unit 42: Storage part 43: Communications Department 44: Input section 45: Output section 50:Display area 51: Screen 52-58: Images 61: Screen 62-66, 68, 69: Images 71: Screen 72-75: Images 77: Screen 78~82: Images 84: Screen 85-89, 91: Images 93: Screen 94-97, 99, 100: Images 102: Screen 103-106, 108-111, 113, 114, 116, 117, 119-121: Images 123: Screen 124-126, 128-130, 132, 133: Images 135~138: Images 140: Screen 141-143, 145, 146: Images 148, 149: Images 151: Screen 152-156, 158-160, 162: Image 164: Screen 165: Image 170: Screen 172~176: Images 178: Screen 179~183: Images 184: Screen 185-187, 189-191, 193: Images

Claims

1. A first screen, including an explanation of the content of the first type of symptom and an input area where the results of the confirmation of the symptom can be entered, is displayed on the display unit such that each input area is displayed in the display area of ​​the display unit, and the input of the confirmation results of the first type of symptom for the subject is received. A second screen, which includes multiple input fields on which the presence or absence of multiple second-type symptoms can be entered, is displayed on the display unit such that multiple input fields are displayed in the display area, and the input of the confirmation results regarding the multiple second-type symptoms of the subject is received. The confirmation results for the first type of symptom and the confirmation results for multiple second types of symptoms, which have been entered for the subject, are stored in the memory unit. A symptom input device equipped with a control unit.

2. The symptom input device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit switches the screen displayed on the display unit from the first screen to the second screen when the input of the confirmation result for the first type of symptom is completed.

3. The symptom input device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit provides at least one of text, images, and audio relating to at least one of the content and method of confirming the first type of symptom, and receives input of the confirmation result regarding the first type of symptom of the subject.

4. The symptom input device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit displays on the display unit, one by one, a plurality of first screens, each including an input area on which the confirmation result of one symptom can be input, for a plurality of first types of symptoms, and accepts the input of the confirmation result.

5. The symptom input device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit displays the first screen, which includes a plurality of input fields on which confirmation results for the plurality of symptoms of the first type can be input, on the display unit such that the plurality of input fields are displayed one by one in the display area, and accepts the input of confirmation results.

6. The symptom input device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit, when it receives confirmation that the subject has the first type of symptom, causes the display unit to display a screen prompting caution.

7. The symptom input device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit displays the second screen, which includes a plurality of input fields on which the presence or absence of the second plurality of symptoms can be input, on the display unit such that three or more of the input fields are displayed in the display area, and accepts input of the confirmation result.

8. The control unit, A screen including a first selection field in which at least one of the second type of multiple symptoms can be selected, and a second selection field in which no symptoms can be selected, is displayed on the display unit as the second screen. The system accepts a selection operation for either the first selection field or the second selection field. The symptom input device according to claim 7.

9. The symptom input device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit causes the display unit to display a third screen for receiving, in a batch, corrections to the confirmation results for the first type of symptom and the confirmation results for multiple second types of symptoms of the subject, which are stored in the storage unit for the subject.

10. The symptom input device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit causes the display unit to display a fourth screen for receiving in a batch the confirmation results for the first type of symptom and the confirmation results for multiple second types of symptoms that have been previously confirmed for the subject.

11. A program that causes a computer to operate as a symptom input device according to any one of claims 1 to 10.

12. A control method for a symptom input device equipped with a control unit, The control unit, A first screen including a description of the first type of symptom and an input area where the results of confirming the symptoms can be entered is displayed on the display unit such that each input area is displayed in the display area of ​​the display unit, and a step of receiving input of the confirmation results of the first type of symptom for the subject, A second screen, which includes multiple input fields on which the presence or absence of multiple second-type symptoms can be entered, is displayed on the display unit such that multiple input fields are displayed in the display area, and the process of receiving input of the confirmation results regarding the multiple second-type symptoms of the subject, A step of storing in a storage unit the confirmation results for the first type of symptom and the confirmation results for multiple second types of symptoms that have been entered for the subject, A method for controlling a symptom input device, including the above.

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