Techniques of Physical Examination | Part Five
Considerations for Examining an Infant or Child: Infants - under 1 year Child - age 1-8 years old Differences to keep in mind: Internal organs are larger in proportion to…
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July 5, 2017
Techniques of Physical Examination | Part Four
Nervous System Remember symmetry: evaluate everything in terms of bilateral tests: strength, sensation and reflexes. Results must be parallel to the other side of the body. Organize by: Mental Status…
July 5, 2017
Techniques of Physical Examination | Part Three
Cardiovascular System Evaluate Four areas: Arterial Pulse - check for rate (bradycardia - tachycardia), regularity/rhythm (skipped or extra beats), and character/amplitude (strong, weak…): radial (most often for conscious patients) carotid…
July 5, 2017
Techniques of Physical Examination | Part Two
Techniques of Physical Examination | Part Two Making a General Survey: universal overview of the patient’s general condition. Document appropriately: LOC Signs of Distress Apparent state of health Skin color…
March 27, 2017
Techniques of Physical Examination | Part One
Techniques of Physical Examination Inspection: the act of visually evaluation the patient Palpation: the process by which the examiner feels the texture, size, consistency and location Percussion: gently striking or…
March 27, 2017