Which statement about performing a pediatric physical assessment is correct for a school-age child? Select all that apply
a. Physical examinations proceed systematically from head to toe.
b. The physical examination should be done with parents in the waiting room.
c. Measurement of head circumference is obtained.
d. The physical examination is done only when the child is cooperative.
e. Remove clothing and have the child put on an examination gown.
A, D, E
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Correct Physical assessment usually proceeds from head to toe; however if
developmental delays exist, considerations dictate that the least
threatening assessments be done first to obtain accurate data. School-age
children are at a developmental stage when they should be cooperative for
the physical examination. Children of this age are usually modest, and an
examination gown should be provided.
Incorrect Having parents in the examining room with adolescents is not appropriate,
but is appropriate for children of other age-groups. Parents usually are not
kept in the waiting room. Measurement of head circumference is obtained
on children 36 months of age or less.
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