Well child exam: Assess growth and check vitals, temperature, blood pressure, heart rate and respiratory rate. It is important to assess bmi and discuss nutrition and exercise. Physical exam includes head to toe, check spine, assess breast symmetry, assess tanner staging, discuss any questions patient or parent may have, discuss school work, mood, self image, menstruation, sexual activity. And much more.
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