Assessment of Patients What are the four age-related groups that have unique physical and psychosocial needs? Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents and Geriatrics How do you identify a victim of abuse? NAVHOSPBREMIST 6300.9 By using the process developed in our policies on domestic violence, child abuse and adult abuse. We ask a screening question during the initial assessment: anyone hurt you, threaten you or “Does make you feel afraid?” We assess for and symptoms of abuse such as: Injuries that don’t the story Multiple injuries of varying age Cuts, skin problems that seem suspicious Behavior that suggests fear, depression, or an excessive effort to please another. For each discipline (Nursing, respiratory, social work, dietary, PT / OT, etc.), what is the time for assessing the patient? Each discipline should be prepared to define the initial assessment time period per NHB’s policies and procedures. How often is the patient reassessed in your unit? Give specific time frames based on unit standards. Care of Patients
Assessment of Patients What are the four age-related groups that have unique physical and psychosocial needs? Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents and Geriatrics How do you identify a victim of abuse? NAVHOSPBREMIST 6300.9 By using the process developed in our policies on domestic violence, child abuse and adult abuse. We ask a screening question during the initial assessment: “Does anyone hurt you, threaten you or make you feel afraid?” We assess for and symptoms of abuse such as: Injuries that don’t the story Multiple injuries of varying age Cuts, skin problems that seem suspicious Behavior that suggests fear, depression, or an excessive effort to please another. For each discipline (Nursing, respiratory, social work, dietary, PT / OT, etc.), what is the time for assessing the patient? Each discipline should be prepared to define the initial assessment time period per NHB’s policies and procedures. How often is the patient reassessed in your unit? Give specific time frames based on unit standards. Care of Patients
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