Discussion Board 3: Choosing Which Systems to Assess
Assessment courses often break down exam techniques by body systems. This discussion board will challenge you to think more holistically. Read the following scenario and provide your answer to the prompt.
A mother brings her 10 year old son to the clinic to be evaluated for an ongoing cough. Assume any pediatric-specific illnesses have been ruled out.
1.) As the nurse, which focused systems assessments would you complete and why? Do not try to diagnose the patient, focus only on determining which body systems need to be assessed.