L2: Physical Examination Flashcards
______ is an increase in physical size and dimensions relative to maturity
Growth
TRUE OR FALSE: When a patient suffers from any pediatric conditions, the growth is impeded.
False
This contradicts the Maturationist theory wherein pediatric development is defined as something that is natural and automatic.
Which of the following has the FASTEST growth in infancy?
A. head
B. trunk
C. extremity
A & B
Which of the following has the FASTEST growth in a 1 y/o child?
A. head
B. trunk
C. extremity
C. extremity
Which of the following has the FASTEST growth in adolescence?
A. head
B. trunk
C. extremity
B. trunk
Which of the following has the FASTEST growth in puberty?
A. head
B. trunk
C. extremity
C. extremity
Arrange the following objective examination in its correct sequence.
I. Behavior
II. Psychosocial
III. Postural analysis
IV. Reflexes
V. Palpation
V-I-III-IV-II
NOTE: This is not the exact arrangement of the objective examination. Kindy review the sequence in totality.
Arrange the following objective examination in its correct sequence.
I. ADLs
II. Gross motor skills
III. Vital signs
IV. Sensory-perceptual skills
V. Special tests
III-IV-V-II-I
NOTE: This is not the exact arrangement of the objective examination. Kindy review the sequence in totality.
Arrange the following objective examination in its correct sequence.
I. Ocular inspection
II. Sensorimotor skills
III. Palpation
IV. Gait analysis
V. Anthropometric measurements
I-III-II-V-IV
NOTE: This is not the exact arrangement of the objective examination. Kindy review the sequence in totality.
What is the average head circumference of a pediatric patient at birth?
34-35cm
Anterior fontanelles closes at _____
18 months
At approximately what age do you start taking BP?
3 y/o
Source: Quizlet
SCENARIO: A PT evaluates a child with cerebral palsy. In sitting, PT fully supports the child from behind, then slowly widens the space between the child and herself by leaning back. The PT notices that the head falls back with the PT’s body. PT lifts it back, but the patients head falls back again. Document the finding.
O: Gross Motor Skills> Poor Head Control in sitting
SCENARIO: A PT evaluates a child with cerebral palsy. In prone, the child was able to lift and maintain the head in an extended position when trying to look from above. Document the finding.
O: Gross Motor Skills > Good Head Control
SCENARIO: A PT evaluates a 1y/o child with cerebral palsy. In sitting, the child requires maximal support to maintain balance. Document the finding.
O: Gross Motor Skills > (-) Static Sitting Balance
SCENARIO: A PT evaluates a 1y/o child with cerebral palsy. When trying to pulling the child into a sitting position, you noticed that the child was unable to lift their head. So, the PT lifts the child’s head, and he was able to maintain the position. Document the finding.
O: Gross Motor Skill > Fair Head Control
What is the normal duration for activity tolerance, whether in sitting, standing, or other positions?
> 45 minutes
Note: This is not the standard quantifies. However, it is used a guide.
TRUE OR FALSE: Spasticity is under Palpation in the objective assessment.
False. In pediatrics, it will be under sensorimotor skills
______ is the ability to hold that body part upright against gravity (head, trunk, pelvis)
Control
TRUE OR FALSE: There is no standardized approach to the examination of the pediatric patient.
True
It should be tailored to the age and developmental level of the child
Optimum position for measuring height in pedia pts
Supine (from vertex to medial malleolus)
What alternative way may a PT measure the height of a child in cases of a severe LE deformity?
90 SH abduction with elbow extended (measured from tip to tip of 3rd finger)
_____ is defined as the onset of puberty in girls younger than 8 years and boys younger than 9 years of age.
Precocious puberty
scenario: A PT start mx with a 1 y/o child with cerebral palsy. PT tries to carry the child in her shoulder, but the child face away and hugs his mother tightly. Document the finding.
O: Behavior > (+) separation anxiety
Scenario: A 6 y/o child was sent for PT Eval and Mx. PT gives the child a puzzle to be done for 5 minutes. In less than a minute, the child throws a tantrum due to task difficulty. Document the finding.
O: Behavior> Poor Frustration Tolerance
Note: 0-60 seconds (1 minute) is 25% of the task duration.
Modified MMT for Children Grading.
Against Gravity
3
Modified MMT for Children Grading.
Trace
1
Modified MMT for Children Grading.
With Resistance
4
Modified MMT for Children Grading.
No movement
0
Modified MMT for Children Grading.
Gravity Eliminated
2
Modified Ahsworth Scale of Muscle Spasticity
Affected part is rigid in flexion/extension
4
Modified Ashworth Scale of Muscle Spasticity.
Slight increase in muscle tone, manifested by a catch, followed by minimal resistance in less than half of the ROM
1+
Modified Ahsworth Scale of Muscle Spasticity
Considerable increase in muscle tone, passive movement difficult
3
Modified Ahsworth Scale of Muscle Spasticity
Slight increase in muscle tone, manifested by a catch and release or by minimal resistance at the end of the ROM
1
Modified Ahsworth Scale of Muscle Spasticity.
No increase in tone
0
Modified Ahsworth Scale of Muscle Spasticity
More marked increase in muscle tone through the most of the ROM but affected part is easily moved
2
TRUE OR FALSE: A resting heart rate of 190bpm is normal for a newborn baby. A resting heart rate of 140bpm is normal for a 3/yo child.
A. Both statements are true
B. Both statements are false
C. Only the 1st statement is true
D. Only the 2nd statement is true
C. Only the 1st statement is true
NV newborn: 70-190bpm
NV 3y/o: 80-125bpm
TRUE OR FALSE: A RR of 17 is normal for a 10 y/o child. A RR of 17 is normal for a 16 y/o child.
A. Both statements are true
B. Both statements are false
C. Only the 1st statement is true
D. Only the 2nd statement is true
A. Both statements are true
NV 10y/o: 16-22cpm
NV 16y/o: 15-20cpm
What is the normal pulse rate range for 10y/o children?
70-110
What is the normal temperature range for 10y/o children?
36.4-37
What is the normal blood pressure range for 10y/o children?
90/55 to 120/84
What is the most important objective assessment?
Play Behavior
What is the healthy attention span?
1 hour and 30 minutes
TRUE OR FALSE: ROM assessment is done similar to how a PT performs this on an adult.
True
Newborn c large head, prominent abdomen, and short trunk and extremities
A. Normal
B. Abnormal
A. Normal
A 3y/o c VS of 35 cpm.
A. Normal
B. Abnormal
B. Abnormal
NV for 3y/o: 20-30
NOTE: Do NOT use the word “abnormal” when dealing with patients. The term was solely used to inform that there is a delay or deviation in the standard growth development.