Ms.

Gel Gomez
Health Appraisal
Procedures
 What are health
appraisal procedure?

Health appraisal is the process of

determining the total health status of
an individual through such means as
health histories, teacher and nurse
observations, screening tests,
medical, dental, and psychological
examinations.
 This is monitored regularly to know the status of a student
like you. A formula is used to assess your body’s
condition. It is known as Body Mass Index (BMI). It is
equal to your weight in kilograms divided by the square of
your height in meters.

BMI = wt. in kgs/m2

BMI of 25 or more signifies you are
It is done to detect eye conditions which are commonly
occurring at your age. There is a great impact on your quality
of life as a student once detected earlier. Visual problems
affect your ability to function and enjoy learning. Vision
screening is done with the use of a Snellen chart.
 This is a procedure done for females to examine
physically and visually your breast and underarm areas
for any changes that may need an evaluation.
It is best to examine a few days after menstruation
when your breasts are likely tender and swollen.

1. Examine your breasts in the shower.

.Examine your breasts in the mirror with your arms
down, up, and do on your hips.
3.Stand and press your fingers on your breast, working
around the breast is a circular direction.
4. Lie down and repeat step 3.
.Squeeze your nipples to check for discharge. Check under
the nipple last.
 Hearing problem, like vision has a significant effect
on your ability to learn. There may be a speech or
language delay if you have hearing defects. You should
be monitored regularly even if you have passed the
previous hearing tests because it may change over time
without you, your parents or your teacher noticing it.
 It can be done simply even without medical training.
The test is called “ Adams Forward Bend Test” wherein
you have to bend is over at your waist as if you are
touching your toes. The examiners gets eye level with
your back and looks for sides being higher or
asymmetric.
 It must be done regularly to identify problems that
may affect your performance in school. This must be a
must to all new school entrants, former students for
annual health examinations, and for all student
athletes. Regular evaluation should be done for
students with significant health and dental findings.
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