DR MANSOUR ALQURASHI
Learning Objectives:
- To understand the differences in obtaining a medical history on a pediatric patient compared to an adult.
- To understand all the ramifications of the parent as historian in obtaining medical history in pediatric patients.
- To understand the appropriate wording of open-ended and directed questions, and appropriate use of each type of question.
- To obtain an accurate and complete history of pediatric patients in different age groups. (<1, 1-5 y., >5y).
Pediatrics
B Definition: Branch of medicine that deals with medical care of children (Birth till 18 years of age).
Approach
- Introduce yourself to the patient’s companion (usually the mother).
- Get the respect of the mother in order to gain the confidence of the child.