All children should have a medical history (if known) and physical examination.
Components of the medical history should include: History of trauma Symptoms of communicable disease (i.e. fever, coryza, cough, rash, diarrhea, vomiting) Past medical and surgical history including any known chronic diseases Specific history of TB and HIV should be solicited Medication history Components of the physical examination should include: Vital signs and assessment of hydration status Height, […]
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