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What is recommended to have available for children during a pediatric physical examination?
What is recommended to have available for children during a pediatric physical examination?
- Sports equipment
- Toys, dolls, and games (correct)
- Art supplies
- Musical instruments
When should privacy be provided during a pediatric physical examination?
When should privacy be provided during a pediatric physical examination?
- Only for school-age children
- Only for adolescents
- Especially for school-age children and adolescents (correct)
- Privacy is not necessary
Which equipment is not listed as part of the physical examination for a high-risk neonate?
Which equipment is not listed as part of the physical examination for a high-risk neonate?
- Thermometer
- Cotton ball
- Otoscope
- Blood pressure cuff (correct)
What should be observed to signal a child's readiness to cooperate during a physical examination?
What should be observed to signal a child's readiness to cooperate during a physical examination?
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What technique is recommended if a child refuses to cooperate during a physical examination?
What technique is recommended if a child refuses to cooperate during a physical examination?
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Study Notes
Physical Examination
- Physical examination is a part of both well-child and ill-child assessments, providing objective and subjective information about the child's health status.
- It helps healthcare providers determine the child's health status and identify their needs for nursing care.
SOAP Acronym
- SOAP stands for Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan.
Purpose of Physical Examination
- To obtain valid information about the pediatric patient's health.
- To identify, analyze, and synthesize accumulated information into a comprehensive assessment.
- To aid in determining the correct diagnosis and devising the treatment plan.
Schedule of Follow-up for High-Risk Neonates
- Infants should be followed up:
- Every month during the first year of life.
- Every 3 months during the 2nd and 3rd years.
- Every 6 months during the 4th and 5th years.
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