The assessment of the head, neck, mouth, and throat is an important part of the exam because the head includes many complex organs and functions. This program includes palpation of the skull, neck, and trachea, and conditions that affect each region of the subjective and objective assessment.
This program provides an overview of the patient assessment process, and how it correlates with quality patient care.
After viewing this program, the learner should be able to:
~ Describe the anatomy and physiology of the components of the head, neck, mouth, and throat
~ Describe both subjective and objective data to obtain in the assessment of the head and neck
~ Describe both subjective and objective data to obtain in the assessment of the mouth and throat
~ Describe specific abnormalities that should be observed for during an assessment of the head, neck, mouth, and throat
~ List key questions to ask when taking the patient's history
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