02 Dec M.P. is a 45-year-old woman who presents to the family practice for a yearly check-up
M.P. is a 45-year-old woman who presents to the family practice for a yearly check-up.
Subjective Data
Married
Exercises daily
Nonsmoker, never smoked
Registered nurse in hospital setting
Has two children who live at home
No complaints at this time
Objective Data
Vital signs: T 36.7 BP 108/62 HR 62 Resp 14
Height: 5 feet, 7 inches
Weight: 160 lb
Immunizations: Up-to-date
Medications: No medications, multivitamin daily
Allergy to PCN = Hives
Questions
How should the nurse proceed with the physical exam?
What interventions can help make the patient more comfortable during the physical examination?
What pointers or tips can the experienced nurse give to a new nurse who wants to improve his or her technique?
What are the components of the general survey?
How should the nurse perform the abdominal assessment?
