A general survey of a patient's physical presence would include which observation?
a. mood and manner
b. dress, grooming, and personal hygiene
c. facial expressions and speech
d. age, stature, and motor activity
D
A complete physical assessment is initiated by performing general observations of the patient, obtaining the patient's vital signs, and assessing a patient for pain. These initial observations can provide data about the patient's general state of health. Initial observations include collecting information about the patient's physical presence, psychological presence, and signs and symptoms of distress. Physical presence includes the following: 1) stated age versus apparent age, 2) general appearance, 3) body fat, 4) stature, 5) motor activity, and 6) body and breath odors. Options "a," "b," and "c" are included in psychological presence.
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