2006-08-01 08:32:39 · 4 answers · asked by Haley f 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
It's a chance for the doctor to see that you're growing and developing normally. It's also a chance for your parents to talk with the doctor about any issues, such as safety or nutrition, so they can help you stay healthy. And it gives you a chance to ask any questions you might have about your health. You might wonder when you will grow taller, for instance, or if you weigh the right amount.
The nurse might start by checking your weight and height, temperature, blood pressure and maybe collect a urine sample.
The doctor will come in and say hello. He or she will probably ask you some questions, like how you're doing and if you have any problems or concerns. The doctor wants to make sure your body is working just like it should. To do this, he or she will use equipment, such as a stethoscope (to listen to your lungs and heart), an otoscope (to look inside your ears, nose, and throat), and an ophthalmoscope (to look inside your eyes).
Your doctor might check the reflexes in your knee with a rubber hammer. He or she also will probably feel around your belly, and examine your spine.
Don't worry, it's just a check-up to make sure that all is well with you.
2006-08-02 16:21:14 · answer #1 · answered by sunshine25 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to worry like that too when I was your age. It is okay and will not be as bad as you think. Try to think this. Before I know it it will be over. It really will. Sometimes they do not do much at this age. It really depends on the doctor. Ignore the mean people. It is okay to be concerned. You are younger and it feels like they have power right? That is how I felt. Like doctors and parents have power to do things that scare me. Try not to scare yourself too much or it will be worse than it is. I know it is hard. Ask if you can hold the nurses hand or your moms if you are scared.
2006-08-02 03:21:54 · answer #2 · answered by adobeprincess 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they listen to your heart lungs look in ears take temp
may take blood [probably not]
check height weight may do eye test
i don't think they will do any of the personal stuff at 12 don't sweat it
the people here are trying to scare ya
2006-08-01 18:57:39 · answer #3 · answered by mobile auto repair (mr fix it) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
shove a big needle for blood in your arm.
then they get this big shovel looking thing but smaller and make you bend over. the doctor then proceeds to test your butthole with it.
sux i know but have to do it
2006-08-01 15:42:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋