Patient Assessment | Part Two
Phases of Scene Assessment (Continued) 3 - Focused History and Physical Exam Medical Medical: Limited and is specifically related to the acute problem of the day. Use OPQRST Assess: what ever…
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July 5, 2017
Patient Assessment | Part One
Patient Assessment SOAP Format: Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan Symptom: subjective indication of a disease or condition as perceived by patient -complaint, history etc. Sign: objective finding, vital signs, what you…
July 5, 2017
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…
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