ASSESSING THE SKULL AND FACE

Hello! Can you give the rationale for each procedure? Thank You Topic: Head-to-Toe Assessment. ASSESSING THE SKULL AND FACE 1. Inspect the skull for size, shape, and symmetry. 2. Inspect the facial features(e.g., symmetry of structures and of the distribution of hair).

3.Inspect the eyes for edema or hollowness.

4. Note symmetry of facial movement.Ask the client to elevate the eyebrows, frown or lower the eyebrows, close the eyes tightly, puff the cheeks, and smile and show the teeth.

5. Document findings in the client record using printed or electronic form or checklists supplemented by narrative notes when appropriate.