Head and Neck
Tape measure Cup of water Stethoscope Transilluminator EXAMINATION Ask patient to sit. TECHNIQUE FINDINGS HEAD AND FACE Observe head position EXPECTED:Upright, midline, still. UNEXPECTED:Tilted, horizontal jerking or bobbing,…
PHYSIOLOGY
Blood Vessels
Tangential light source Stethoscope with bell and diaphragm Sphygmomanometer Centimeter ruler EXAMINATION TECHNIQUE FINDINGS PERIPHERAL ARTERIES Palpate arterial pulses in neck and extremities Palpate carotid, brachial, radial, femoral, popliteal, dorsalis…
Mental Status
Familiar objects (coins, keys, paper clips) Paper and pencil EXAMINATION Perform the mental status examination throughout the patient interaction. Focus on the individual’s alertness, orientation, mood, and cognition or complex…
Male Genitalia
Gloves Penlight EXAMINATION Have patient lying or standing to start examination. TECHNIQUE FINDINGS Wear gloves on both hands Inspect pubic hair Characteristics EXPECTED:Coarser than scalp hair. Distribution EXPECTED:Male hair distribution….
Lymphatic System
Centimeter ruler Skin-marking pencil EXAMINATION The lymphatic system is examined by inspection and palpation, region by region, during the examination of other body systems, as well as with palpation of…
Nutrition and Growth and Measurement
Tape measure with millimeter markings Standing platform scale with height attachment Devices for measuring weight and height for infants Calculator Skinfold caliper EXAMINATION TECHNIQUE FINDINGS ANTHROPOMETRICS Measure height and weight…
Anus, Rectum, and Prostate
Gloves Water-soluble lubricant Light source Drapes Fecal occult blood testing materials if indicated EXAMINATION Have patient in knee-chest or left lateral position with hips and knees flexed, or standing with…
Head-to-Toe Examination
Relationship with others in room Degree of interest in what is happening in room Alacrity with which you are met Moistness of palm when you shake hands Eyes—luster and expression…
Age-Specific Examination
While child plays on the floor, evaluate musculoskeletal and neurologic system while developing a rapport with child. Observe child’s spontaneous activities. Ask child to demonstrate skills such as throwing a…
