ABSTRACT
The key to this type of station is to have a good rapport with the child as well as the parents, and it is worth spending a few seconds interacting with the child so that the examination does not come across as a frightening procedure. Explain to the parents and the child what you are going to do; this will vary according to the age of the child. It is important to have a calm and reassuring approach to your examination, since there will be marks from the parents on how you come across. If the child is not cooperating, do not be forceful or persistent.
