General appearance

Question 1

1. physical characteristics
2. does pt. look sick or uncomfortable
3. what is pt’s mental status
4. what is impact of illness on the pt

Answer 1

4 elements of general appearance

Question 2

1. sex
2. race
3. body build

Answer 2

physical characteristics to note for genral appearance

Question 3

1. Level of alertness (note if pt is awake, attentive, cooperative, or lethargic, stuporous, or in a coma!
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