Learning Objective: Perform a focused head assessment on a patient complaining of “non-stop” head scratching. (CO 5) Requirements: You are caring for a four-year-old patient complaining that his head itches who is accompanied by his father. Given the age of the patient, the history taking questions will be focused on the witness (patient’s father). It is important you familiarize yourself with the exams in the physical section that will allow you to perform a focused head assessment. Please make sure you know how to take vital signs (BP, Pulse, respirations and O2 saturation). You are also responsible for a pain assessment (OPQRST) and Nurses Note in SBAR format. C Show more
Learning Objective: Perform a focused head assessment on a patient complaining of…
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