Gussie

Gussie's page Health Physical Assessment

Essential Question
 * Why perform a physical assessment?

Unit Question
 * Does the integrity of your health history and physical findings matter?
 * What are the components of a comprehensive physical examination?
 * What equipment is needed to complete a physical examination?

Content Question(s) • What is the significant value of collecting a health history? (diabetics, cancer, etc.) • Why include the family health history? • Why perform a head-to-toe physical examinations? • What is inspection, palpation, auscultation, and percussion • How do you use a pen light, stethoscope, etc.?