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MSN 610 HEENT Summary
- Course
- MSN 610
- Institution
- Northern Kentucky University
This is a comprehensive and detailed summary on HEENT(head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat).
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1. Preparation and Introduction Scan the Entire Room
o Ensure the examination area is clean, organized, and free from
distractions.
o Verify that all necessary equipment (e.g., otoscope, penlight,
ophthalmoscope) is available and functioning.
Identify Yourself and Show Identification
o Script: “Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I am a Student
Nurse Practitioner. May I see your ID, please?”
o Verify patient identity using ID card.
Introduce Yourself to the Patient
o Script: “I will be performing a head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat
exam today.”
Orient the Patient to the Exam Process
o Explain each step of the exam briefly to reduce patient anxiety
and ensure cooperation.
Obtain Permission to Perform the Exam and Record It
o Script: “Do I have your permission to perform this exam and
record it for educational purposes?”
Hand Hygiene
o Action: Wash hands thoroughly or use hand sanitizer before
starting the exam.
2. Patient Introduction and Vital Signs
Patient Information
o Example:
Age: 32-year-old male
General Appearance: Well-nourished, seated in an
upright position
, Mobility: No noted mobility issues
Vital Signs
o Measure and Document:
Blood Pressure (BP): 118/62 mmHg
Heart Rate (HR): 78 bpm
Respiratory Rate (RR): 16 breaths per minute
Oxygen Saturation (SpO₂): 99% on room air
Temperature: 98.4°F orally
3. General Appearance Assessment
Assess Mobility, Posture, Nourishment, and Stated Age
o Example Findings:
Mobility: Normal
Posture: Upright, no abnormalities
Nourishment: Well-nourished
Age Appearance: Appropriate for stated age
4. Head Inspection and Palpation
Inspect Skin Characteristics
o Look for Abnormalities: Dryness, redness, cracking
o Example Findings: Warm, dry skin, pink; no abnormal
involuntary movements
Inspect Symmetry of Eyes and Ears
o Example Findings: Eyes and ears are symmetrical and midline
Inspect Eyebrows, Eyelids, and Eyelashes
o Example Findings:
Eyebrows: Midline and symmetrical
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