A nurse is conducting an assessment on a child during a well-child visit. Which of the following includes the components of a complete pediatric history?
a. Statistical information, client profile, health history, family history, review of systems, and lifestyle and life patterns
b. Vital signs, chief complaint, and a list of previous problems
c. Chief complaint, including body location, quality, quantity, time frame, and alleviating and aggravating factors
d. Pertinent developmental and family information
Question 2
A nurse is reviewing pediatric physical assessment techniques. Which statement about performing a pediatric physical assessment is correct?
a. Physical examinations proceed systematically from head to toe unless developmental considerations dictate otherwise.
b. The physical examination should be done with parents in the examining room for children of any age.
c. Measurement of head circumference is done until the child is 5 years old.
d. The physical examination is done only when the child is cooperative.
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