THE GENERAL SURVEY

Definition:

Purpose:

Equipment:

Preparation:

Considerations:
Cultural Considerations:
Infants and Young Children
Approach:

Findings:

Pregnant Women

Approach:

Findings:

Older Adult

Approach:

Findings:
 PROCEDURE NORMAL FINDINGS ABNORMAL FINDINGS
1. Physical
Appearance

Age

Sex

Level of
Consciousness

Skin Color

Facial Features

2. Body Structure

Stature

Nutrition

Symmetry

PROCEDURE ABNORMAL FINDINGS

Posture
Position

Body build, contour

Mobility

Gait

Range of Motion
 PROCEDURE ABNORMAL FINDINGS
1. Behavior

Facial Expression

Mood and affect

Speech

2. Dress
 PROCEDURE ABNORMAL FINDINGS
3. Personal
hygiene

4. Document any
relevant findings.