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General Principles & Guidelines for the evaluation child

General Principles & Guidelines for the evaluation child . Robyn Smith Department of Physiotherapy UFS 2012. Objective examination . Objective examination. Has two main components namely: observations Physical examination and tests

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General Principles & Guidelines for the evaluation child

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  1. General Principles & Guidelines for the evaluation child Robyn Smith Department of Physiotherapy UFS 2012

  2. Objective examination

  3. Objective examination • Has two main components namely: • observations • Physical examination and tests • Infection control measures are always critical when working with children. • Need to structure physical observation and examination based on what you asked and what you see • Find a way that works for you –structure helps • Explain caregiver/child what examining and why.

  4. Feedback • If you feel competent and comfortable enough you may provide feedback during your assessment itself • Remember to provide caregiver/child feedback following your examination as to what you found • Give an indication of your plan regarding PT intervention, when will it start, frequency etc. • Give advice where indicated .

  5. No need to run scared when having to assess a child. Use family centred care principles Structure & practice will make perfect....in time

  6. References • Smith, R. 2011. General paediatric assessment PowerPoint • Smith, R. 2011. Paediatric intensive care. Assessment. • Images courtesy of GOOGLE images. 2011.

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