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

KEY WORDS