UNIT VIII HEALTH ASSESSMENT Prepared by Gireesh G

UNIT - VIII HEALTH ASSESSMENT Prepared by Gireesh G. R

LEARNING OBJECTIVES • At the end of class the learner will be able to a) Understand various equipments required for physical examination

Common equipments used in physical examination Sphygmomanometer The purpose of sphygmomanometer to measurement of blood pressure (BP)

Common equipments used in physical examination The purpose of stethoscope to listen to the body sounds

Contd… The purpose of fetoscope to listen “Fetal heart sounds or FHS

Contd… • TPR TRAY The purpose of TPR tray to assess the vital signs

Contd… Tongue depressor used to examine the mouth and throat

Contd… Flash light is used to visualize any part

Contd… To measure height, circumference of the head and abdomen.

Contd. . To check the body weight

Contd… To examine and visualize larynx and pharynx

Contd… Ophthalmoscope-To examine the inner part of the eyeball.

Contd… Otoscope- To examine the inner ear

Contd… Tuning fork-To test the hearing balance

Contd…. Nasal speculum-To examine the nostrils

Contd…. Percussion hammer-To test reflexes

Contd…. Vaginal speculum-To examine the genitals in women

Contd… Practoscope-To examine the rectum

Contd… Gloves-To examine the pelvis internally

Contd… Sterile specimen bottles-To collect specimen if necessary

Evaluation • Write short notes on equipments required for physical examination