Instructions
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
Weight: 160 lb
Height: 5 feet, 7 inches
Immunizations: Up-to-date
Medications: No medications, multivitamin daily
Allergy to PCN = Hives
Question 1
How should the nurse proceed with the physical exam?
Question 2
What interventions can help make the patient more comfortable during the physical examination?
Question 3
What pointers or tips can the experienced nurse give to a new nurse who wants to improve his or her technique?
Question 4
What are the components of the general survey?
Question 5
How should the nurse perform the abdominal assessment?