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1 Assisting With a General Physical Examination PowerPoint presentation to accompany: Medical Assisting Third Edition Booth, Whicker, Wyman, Pugh, Thompson
2 38-2 Learning Outcomes 38.1 State the purpose of a general physical examination Describe the role of the medical assistant in a general physical examination Explain safety precautions used during a general physical examination Outline the steps necessary to prepare the patient for an examination.
3 38-3 Learning Outcomes (cont.) 38.5 Describe how to position and drape a patient in each of the ten common examination positions Explain ways to assist patients from different cultures, patients with disabilities, pediatric patients, and pregnant women Identify and describe the six examination methods used in a general physical examination List the components of a general physical examination.
4 38-4 Learning Outcomes (cont.) 38.9 Explain and perform the procedures for vision screenings Explain and perform the procedures for hearing screenings Explain the special needs of the elderly for patient education Identify ways to help a patient follow up on a doctor s recommendations.
5 38-5 Introduction You must make the client comfortable and assist the physician during the physical examination Physical examination is the first step in the process for the physician. A skilled medical assistant can create an atmosphere that results in a positive outcome for the patient during the physical examination.
6 38-6 Purpose of General Physical Examination To confirm an overall state of health Baseline values for vital signs To diagnose a medical problem Usually focuses on organ system based on patient s chief complaint
7 38-7 Purpose of General Physical Examination (cont.) Clinical diagnosis Based on signs and symptoms of a disease Sign objective information that can be detected Symptom subjective information from the patient Laboratory and diagnostic tests Confirm clinical diagnosis Aid in forming differential diagnosis Aid in developing a prognosis Formulate a treatment plan and/or drug therapy
8 38-8 Role of Medical Assistant Enable the doctor to perform an effective examination Contribute to patient confidence in care Physical and emotional comfort Tasks Interview Write an accurate history Determine vital signs and measure weight and height Assist with examination Your responsibilities include ensuring that all instruments and supplies are readily available to the doctor during the examination.
9 38-9 Apply Your Knowledge What are two purposes for a general physical examination? Describe the role the medical assistant plays in this exam. ANSWER: A physical examination is used to confirm the patient s overall state of health or to diagnose a medical problem. The medical assistant s role includes putting the patient at ease, performing the initial interview, documenting the patient history, taking vital signs and body measurements, assisting the physician in the exam, and making sure instruments and supplies are available for the exam.
10 38-10 Safety Precautions OSHA standards and guidelines Protect employee Make workplace safe CDC guidelines Protect patients and health-care workers
11 38-11 Safety Precautions (cont.) Hand washing Before and after each patient contact Before and after each procedure Wear gloves if there is probability of contact with Blood Nonintact skin Body fluids Moist surfaces
12 38-12 Safety Precautions (cont.) Wear a mask if there is any possibility of exposure to an infectious disease transmitted by airborne droplets Isolation precautions Personal protective equipment Keep patients with possible infections separated from other patients
13 38-13 Safety Precautions (cont.) Discard all disposable equipment and supplies appropriately Clean and disinfect the exam room after each patient Sanitize, disinfect, and sterilize equipment appropriately
14 38-14 Apply Your Knowledge Impressive! Mrs. Jefferson brings her daughter, Laura, to the office because of what she describes as an upper respiratory infection. Laura is coughing and the medical assistant notices a blister-like rash on her arms. What actions should the medical assistant take? ANSWER: Laura most likely has chickenpox. She and her mother should be moved away from other patients in the waiting room to a private area. Since chickenpox is spread by droplet, the medical assistant and physician should wear a mask and gloves when in the room. In addition, the room should be cleaned and sanitized following the appointment.
15 38-15 Preparing the Patient for an Examination Emotional explain exactly what will occur Physical offer the bathroom and instruct the patient on how to disrobe and don a exam gown Positioning and draping help patient assume needed exam position and drape to provide privacy
16 38-16 Preparing the Patient for an Examination: Positioning and Draping Positions facilitate physician s examination Assist the patient to appropriate position Make as comfortable as possible Cover with appropriate drape Keep patient warm Maintain privacy / modesty
17 38-17 Preparing the Patient for an Examination: Positioning and Draping (cont.) Positions Sitting Supine / recumbent Dorsal recumbent Lithotomy Trendelenburg s Fowler s Prone Sims Knee-chest Proctologic
18 38-18 Preparing the Patient for an Examination: Positioning and Draping (cont.) Sitting Supine / Recumbent Dorsal recumbent
19 38-19 Preparing the Patient for an Examination: Positioning and Draping (cont.) Lithotomy Fowler s Trendelenburg s Prone
20 38-20 Preparing the Patient for an Examination: Positioning and Draping (cont.) Sims Proctologic Knee-Chest
21 38-21 Preparing the Patient for an Examination: Special Considerations Patients from different cultures Avoid stereotyping Avoid making judgments Patients with disabilities Provide extra assistance as needed Ask for assistance with patient transfers
22 38-22 Preparing the Patient for an Examination: Special Considerations (cont.) Children Location of exam based on age and ability to cooperate Percussion and auscultation done first and painful areas examined last Doctors may examine older children s genitalia last as it is embarrassing for them
23 38-23 Preparing the Patient for an Examination: Special Considerations (cont.) Pregnant women Position considerations Assist as necessary Ensure comfort After lying flat, have patient sit on the exam table before standing Avoids pelvic pooling Dizziness or hyperventilation
24 38-24 Apply Your Knowledge An elderly female patient needs her lower abdomen and genitalia examined by the physician. What would be the best position to place her in and why? ANSWER: The dorsal recumbent position is recommended over the lithotomy position because an elderly patient may have difficulty placing her legs in stirrups.
25 38-25 Examination Methods Inspection Visual examination Assesses posture, mannerisms, and hygiene Palpation Touch texture, temperature, shape Presence of vibration or movements Size, shape, color, position, symmetry Superficial or with additional pressure Presence of abnormalities
26 38-26 Examination Methods (cont.) Percussion Tapping and striking the body to hear sounds or feel vibrations Determine location, size, or density of structure or organ Auscultation Listening to body sounds Assess sounds from heart, lungs, and abdominal organs
27 38-27 Examination Methods (cont.) Mensuration Measuring Height and weight Length or diameter of extremity Growth of uterus during pregnancy Manipulation Systemic moving of a patient s body parts Range of motion of joints
28 38-28 Apply Your Knowledge Jimmy Jones is complaining of abdominal pain. What types of examination methods will the physician most likely use to assess this complaint? ANSWER: The physician will use inspection to determine if there are any visual abnormalities of Jimmy s abdomen, palpation to feel for any abnormalities, percussion to determine if there is fluid or air in the abdomen, and auscultation to assess bowel sounds. The medical assistant may be asked to measure the abdominal girth. Bravo!
29 38-29 Components of the General Physical Examination Overall appearance and the condition of skin, nails, and hair The body Head, neck, eyes, ears, nose and sinuses, mouth, and throat Chest and lungs, heart, breasts Abdomen, genitalia, and rectum Musculoskeletal and neurological systems
30 38-30 Components of the General Physical Examination (cont.) Medical assistant Be familiar with the components of the examination Know equipment and supplies used Ensure the patient s comfort Protect the patient s modesty Can you name these pieces of examination equipment?
31 38-31 Components of the General Physical Examination (cont.) General appearance Skin a good indicator of overall health Head Abnormal condition of scalp or skin Nails and nail beds Puffiness Hair pattern of growth and texture Abnormal growths
32 38-32 Components of the General Physical Examination (cont.) Neck Lymph nodes, thyroid glands, and major blood vessels Symmetry and range of motion Eyes The presence of disease or abnormalities Pupils for light response Muscles Internal structures
33 38-33 Components of the General Physical Examination (cont.) Ears Outer ear Symmetry and size Presence of lesions, redness, or swelling Nose and sinuses Nasal mucosa Structures of nose Inner ear structures Canals Eardrums Palpation to check for tenderness in sinuses
34 38-34 Components of the General Physical Examination (cont.) Mouth and throat Mouth impression of overall health and hygiene Chest and lungs Inspection Symmetry in expansion Shape Posture position Throat Common site of infection Tonsils swelling or redness Palpation fluid or foreign mass in lungs Auscultation listen for abnormalities
35 38-35 Components of the General Physical Examination (cont.) Heart and vascular system Percussion size of heart Auscultation Pulses Heart sounds Rate, rhythm, intensity, and pitch Breasts Palpation for abnormalities Abdomen Inspection Auscultation Percussion Palpation
36 38-36 Components of the General Physical Examination (cont.) Genitalia Female lithotomy position Male Supine position then standing Infection, structural abnormalities, lumps Have assistant of same sex as patient in room during exam Rectum Usually performed following exam of genitalia Lesions or abnormalities Occult blood
37 38-37 Components of the General Physical Examination (cont.) Heart and vascular system Percussion size of heart Auscultation Pulses Heart sounds Rate, rhythm, intensity and pitch Breasts Palpation for abnormalities Abdomen Inspection Auscultation Percussion Palpation
38 38-38 Components of the General Physical Examination (cont.) Musculoskeletal system Posture Gait Range of motion Muscle strength Body measurements Development and coordination in children Neurological system Reflexes Mental and emotional status Sensory and motor functions Intellectual assessment in children Mental status and memory in elderly
39 38-39 Apply Your Knowledge What is the medical assistant s role in a general physical examination? ANSWER: The medical assistant should be familiar with the components of the examination, know equipment and supplies used, ensure the patient s comfort, and protect the patient s modesty.
40 38-40 Completing the Examination Assist patient to a sitting position Allow the patient to perform any necessary self-hygiene measures Additional tests or procedures
41 38-41 Completing the Examination (cont.) Screening for visual acuity Snellen chart distance Jaegar chart near vision Ishihara book color vision Special considerations Children Patients with dementia or Alzheimer s disease Auditory acuity Audiometer
42 38-42 Completing the Examination (cont.) Patient education Assess needs Topics Risk factors for disease Medication administration Self-help or diagnostic techniques Do not talk down to patient Ensure understanding Give written instructions
43 38-43 Completing the Examination (cont.) Special problems of the elderly Greater need for patient education Common problems: Incontinence Depression Lack of information on preventive medicines Lack of compliance when taking medications Involve family members when possible
44 38-44 Completing the Examination (cont.) Follow-up Scheduling the patient for future visits Making outside appointments for diagnostic tests Helping the patient and patient s family plan for home nursing care Helping the patient obtain help from community or social services
45 38-45 Apply Your Knowledge What is important to remember when providing patient education? ANSWER: You should provide information in a way the patient can understand it, but you should not talk down to the patient. In addition, you need to verify that the patient understands what you taught. Super!
46 38-46 In Summary General physical examination Provides information about patient s overall health status Assists the physician in making a diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan Medical assistant Addresses the comfort, privacy, and education needs of the patient Anticipates the needs of the physician during the examination
47 38-47 End of Chapter Health is the thing that makes you feel that now is the best time of the year. ~ Franklin P. Adams
38 Assisting with a General Physical Examination
Learning Outcomes 38-2 38.1 Identify the purpose of a general physical. CHAPTER 38 Assisting with a General Physical Examination 38.2 Describe the role of the medical assistant in a general physical. 38.3
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