The head and neck contain some of the body’s most vital structures — from the brain and cranial nerves to the airway, thyroid, and major blood vessels. A thorough assessment in this region can reveal critical information about a patient’s neurological status, respiratory function, and overall health. In this lesson, we’ll break down how to systematically assess the head and neck so you can recognize normal findings, spot abnormalities early, and connect them to patient care.
Video Timestamps;
00:07 Head and neck assessment begins with ABCs: Airway, Breathing, Circulation.
01:06 During head and neck assessment, we start with inspection of skull shape, symmetry, and facial strength.
02:03 Observing head and neck for abnormalities
03:05 Head and Neck Assessment
04:00 Tools for head and neck assessments
04:58 Ears, eyes, and nose provide assessment information
05:55 Assessing JVD, carotid arteries, and trachea position in head and neck assessment
06:54 Signs of tracheal deviation and thyroid palpation importance
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