A good approach to assessment includes all the following except:
1. Look.
2. Touch.
3. Talk.
4. Move quickly.
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1. Look to make quick assessments of the patient before starting anymore invasive assessments.
2. Touch includes palpation and auscultation. This should be done at the level of the patient whenever possible.
3. Talk with the patient and parents to obtain history.
4. Do not make any sudden or quick movements, as this can create fear and anxiety.
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