CHAPTER
Pediatric
Assessment
3
Learning Objectives
At the end of the chapter, the student will be able to
1 Discuss the role of communication skills in accurate assessment.
2 Determine assessment findings that deviate from the normal range for
the pediatric client.
3 Discuss the steps in assessment of family and community.
4 Distinguish diagnostic findings that indicate pediatric health concerns.
5 Indicate appropriate nursing implications related to diagnostics and
abnormal findings for pediatric clients.
Biochemical tests
Blanching/capillary refill
Body mass index (BMI)
Chief complaint
Cyanosis
Ecchymosis
Edema
Hypertelorism
Nuchal rigidity
Obesity
Overweight
Pallor
Petechiae
Scoliosis
Secondary sex characteristics
Skin turgor
Temperament