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Weekly Assignment Conduct An Assessment On The Following Body Systems

Weekly assignment: conduct an assessment on the following body systems: Peripheral vascular, musculoskeletal and neurological. You may conduct the assessment on a fellow student, friend, or family member. Remember to secure their permission. Collect both subjective and objective data using the process described in the textbook. Write a summary of the assessment (subjective & objective data in narrative note) and the skills utilized. Answer the following 3 questions in the summary. Do not disclose any patient identifiers. What skills (assessment techniques) were utilized during the assessment? What subjective data did you collect? (list your findings) What objective data did you collect? (list your findings)

Paper For Above instruction

The purpose of this assessment was to evaluate three vital body systems: the peripheral vascular, musculoskeletal, and neurological systems. By conducting a systematic examination of these systems, I aimed to gather comprehensive subjective and objective data that would reflect the functional status and health of the individual. This assessment was performed on a volunteer who consented to participate, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and confidentiality.

Assessment Skills and Techniques Employed

During the evaluation, I employed a range of clinical assessment skills tailored to each body system. For the peripheral vascular system, I used palpation to assess peripheral pulses at the radial, brachial, popliteal, dorsalis pedis, and posterior tibial arteries. I also performed capillary refill tests and inspected skin color and temperature to evaluate circulation. For the musculoskeletal system, I conducted inspection and palpation of joints, assessed range of motion (ROM), and evaluated muscle strength qualitatively. Neurological assessment included testing cranial nerve functions, assessing sensory responses to light touch and pain, evaluating reflexes using a reflex hammer, and performing coordination and gait tests.

Subjective Data Collected

Subjectively, the participant reported no significant pain or discomfort during daily activities. They mentioned intermittent numbness and tingling in the extremities, primarily noted in the feet and hands, which sometimes affected coordination. The individual also reported occasional fatigue and stiffness in the joints, especially in the mornings. No history of recent trauma or surgeries was disclosed. The participant’s habitual activity levels included walking three times per week and occasional exercise.

Objective Data Collected

Objectively, the peripheral pulses at the radial and dorsalis pedis arteries were symmetrical and strong, rated as 2+ on a scale where 0 is absent and 4+ is bounding. Capillary refill was less than 2 seconds in all extremities, indicating good peripheral perfusion. Skin temperature was warm and dry, with no signs of cyanosis, pallor, or edema. Inspection of joints revealed no swelling or deformity, but mild stiffness was observed during passive movement. Muscle strength was graded as 5/5 for major muscle groups in the upper and lower limbs.

Neurological findings included intact cranial nerve function, with symmetrical pupils reacting to light, and normal facial movements. Sensory testing showed intact light touch and pain sensation across the hands and feet. Deep tendon reflexes were 2+ and symmetrical in the biceps, triceps, patellar, and Achilles tendons. Coordination tests, such as finger-to-nose and heel-to-shin, were performed smoothly, and gait was steady without abnormalities.

Summary

This assessment provided a holistic view of the participant’s peripheral vascular, musculoskeletal, and neurological health. The systematic approach ensured all relevant aspects of each system were examined, demonstrating proficiency in core assessment techniques such as palpation, inspection, ROM testing, reflex testing, and sensory evaluation. The data collected indicated generally good circulation and neurological function, with mild musculoskeletal stiffness that might benefit from targeted exercise or stretching. The process underscored the importance of combining subjective reports with objective findings to form a comprehensive health profile, guiding potential interventions or further evaluations.

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