2006-07-27 18:30:23 · 3 answers · asked by Haley f 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Just a general check up. Blood Pressure, Temp, Weight, Height, Nothing too invasive. EASY appointment. You won't even have to take your clothes off!!! LOL Those are the kinds of appointments I like the best!!! LOL
2006-07-27 18:42:59 · answer #1 · answered by jennifersuem 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hi, I am a nurse. Okay, usually a nurse or assistant will first take your temperature by mouth, your blood pressure and your pulse. They will probably have you leave on your underwear but, in private, take off your other clothes and put on a loose hospital-type shirt instead, so they can reach your chest and stomach better during the check-up.
When the doctor comes into the room, he or she will check your eyes, ears, mouth, and listen to your heart and lungs with a stethoscope on your chest. They will have you read the eye chart with the big letters, to check your vision. You might have to get a shot, if you're not up to date, but pretty often at age 12, you're caught up for the time being.
They have you lie down, and they feel your stomach to see if everything is okay in there. They take a look at your arms and legs. They ask you if you are having any other health problems you haven't mentioned or that they didn't ask you yet. Sometimes they have you go into the bathroom and pee in a cup, and they test it, usually tests that just see how your general health is.
I'm wondering if some sexual/puberty or drug question is on your mind. You can ask to see a doctor of the same gender as you if you'd feel more at ease with that, and you can ask to have your parent stay for the examination if you wish, or leave the room if you wish.
The doctor doesn't usually do a very involved exam of private parts. A nurse or assistant definitely will stay in the room if you need an in-depth examination of your privates, because we all care about your safety and preventing inappropriate touching. They might ask if you smoke, use drugs or are sexually active; it's best to be honest, not lying or bragging.
If you want to ask or tell about some health problem, whether it's easy or tough to ask about, go ahead. Doctors are prepared for this. They were kids once, too! You might even begin just that way: "Doctor, I feel nervous to ask this, but [fill in the question]?"
If you'd like to ask a more specific question, post it, or email me. :-) It's always good to open up and to get information.
2006-07-27 18:53:33 · answer #2 · answered by catintrepid 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is your question?
You are very lucky because I am so free in this time.
2006-07-27 18:38:01 · answer #3 · answered by PiPi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋