ABSTRACT
The history will usually be taken from the parent or carer. For older children, the history will be taken in part from them and in part from their parent. Within the history, current concerns and the history of the presenting complaint are covered, as with an adult patient history. Specific attention is given to the mother’s pregnancy, birth history, newborn period and developmental progress. Within past medical history, inquiries are made about hospital admissions, outpatient attendances and accident and emergency visits.
