Letter to the Editor: The 5WH framework: A practical tool for addressing symptoms.

Abstract

•The 5WH framework enables a structured assessment for all clinical symptoms.•It facilitates rapid and holistic symptom evaluation.•5WH reduces reflex prescribing by addressing specific underlying causes.•It supports individualised, aetiology-driven clinical management plans.•5WH is a scalable tool to improve bedside decision-making and patient safety.