M.P. is a 45-year-old woman who presents to the family practice for a yearly check-up. Subjective...

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

A registered nurse in hospital setting

Has two children who live at home

No complaints at this time

Objective Data

Vital signs: T 98.7 BP 108/62 HR 62 Resp 14 Height: 5 feet, 7 inches

Weight: 160 pounds

Immunizations: All immunizations are up to date

Medications: No medications, multivitamin daily Allergy to

PCN = Hives

Questions: How should the nurse proceed with the physical exam?

What interventions can help make the patient more comfortable during the physical examination?

What pointers or tips can the experienced nurse give to a new nurse who wants to improve his or her technique?

What are the components of the general survey? How should the nurse perform the patient’s Head to Toe assessment?

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