Used for examination of the anterior surface of the body.
What is Supine
100
Is an examination of the body using touch, using finger tips or hands.
What is palpation
100
The specific reason that brought the pt to see the provider.
What is cheif complaint
100
The first D in CEHDDAR
What is details of problem(s) and complaint(s)
100
Abbreviation for pulse.
What is P
200
This position is rarely used, it would require the pt to kneel on the examination table with the buttocks elevated.
What is knee-chest position
200
Checks the amount of flexion and extension of a joint by applying forceful passive movement on the joint.
What is Manipulation
200
This would include heredity and familial diseases, present ages of siblings, parents and grandparents or causes of death.
What is family hx
200
The S in soap
What is subjective
200
Can be seen, heard or measured by the examiner or observer.
What is objective
300
Pt sits in a position with the back of the examination table raised to 45 degrees.
What is semi-Fowler's
300
The process of listening directly to the body sounds, normally with a stethoscope.
What is auscultation
300
Includes spouse/partner status, sexual habits, occupation, hobbies, use of alcohol, tobacco and recreational drugs.
What is social hx
300
The E in SOAPER
What is education for the pt.
300
Location, radiation, severity, aggravating factors, alleviating factors, setting and timing.
What is characteristics of a cheif complaint or questions the MA should ask regarding the CC
400
This position is used for sigmoidoscopy, obtaining a rectal temperature or for administering an enema.
What is Sim's
400
The process of measuring, includes height and weight, the length of a limb or chest and infant head circumference.
What is mensuration
400
This information includes the pt's address, contact number and insurance information.
What is demographic data
400
CHEDDAR's H
What is history.
400
The temporary complete absence of breathing.
What is apnea?
500
Requires the pt to lie supine with the knees flexed and feet flat on the table.
What is Dorsal Recumbent
500
Observing the pt. Looking for general health, posture, body movements, skin, mannerismsand care in grooming are noted.
What is observation or inspection
500
Includes all the pt's health problems, major illnesses and surgeries. This will also include all current medications, along with dosages and reasons for taking them, as well as allergies.
What is Medical hx
500
CHEDDAR's 2nd D
What is drugs and dosages.
500
Taking the blood pressure in a seated, then again in a standing position. Or, taking a blood pressure in a supine position, then again in a standing position.