ASSESSMENT FROM HEAD TO TOE ( PART 2)

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Updated 3/24

Dear nurses,

Assessment from head to toe ( part 2) is no longer available.

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Aortic Aneurysm

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Liver failure

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The kidneys for the layperson

RENAL AND LIVER FAILURE

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Are you interested in learning more about Renal
and Liver Failure? Please click on the link:
Sessions 46- Assessment from Head to Toe ( Part 2)and enjoy learning.

PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT

Updated 6/25

PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT TRIANGLE

An initial assessment that is easy. It is based on
- Appearance
- Breathing
- Circulation

Addressing Greenstick fractures
Scenario: Sara was enjoying swinging, when she 
suddenly fell to the ground and hurt her right arm.
She was transported to the Emergency Room for 
assessment of a fracture.

Greenstick fractures are common in children.The 
bones of children are not fully developed like those
of adults. The bones are softer and tend to bend not 
break. Symptoms of possible fracture : pain, swelling,
twisting of the limb.

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PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT TRIANGLE

Updated 8 /25

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Dearnurses.net is no longer available.

The Pediatric Assessment Triangle is an easy 

assessment that is based on :

A-appearance
B-breathing

C-circulation

Simple facts

The Pediatric patient's heart rate is based on age
and clinical condition.It is important to check
respiratory rate and effort, as well as breath sounds.

Note any stridor, nasal flaring, retractions and wheezing.

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