CHILDREN BETWEEN 7-9 YEARS
During this period, a check is done annually.
Greet the mother and child and establish appropriate communication (SA13)
II. Problem: • Complete the missing information of the child in the registration system • Question the child's vaccinations (A7) • Assess the child for anemia
III. Perform a complete systemic examination of the child • Wash hands before starting the examination (W11) • Measure the height of the child, weigh the child, mark your growth curves (W28) • Look at the child's general appearance • Examine the skin • Perform a head and neck examination • Assess breathing and heart, Palpate the arterial femoral pulses • Measure the child's blood pressure (Y24, AŞ23) • Assess in terms of the risk of hyperlipidemia (Y25) • Assess the child's hearing, ask whether hearing screening was performed in the first grade of primary school • Evaluate the child's vision • Question the urinary tract infection (Y18) • Examine the musculoskeletal system (Y30)
IV. Pay attention to the attitudes and behaviors that suggest that the child may be neglected or abused in the history, background and child-family relationship (Y20a). When evaluating physical examination findings, do not ignore the possibility of abuse and / or neglect (Y20b)
V. If there is a problem you have detected in previous follow-ups, re-evaluate it.
VI. Provide counseling to the mother and / or child on the following issues • Nutrition according to the age (Y31) • Healthy communication with the child • Protection from accidents (Y12a-b) • Dental health (Y21) • Physical activity • Reproductive health 43
VII. Incorporate your findings into your records
VIII. If you detect a problem in the child during your assessment, act according to the relevant instructions, refer the child to a specialist when necessary.
IX. Answer the family and child's questions and provide leaflets with given suggestions
X. Make an appointment for a check after 1 year