Photographs

Digital photographs are an excellent way to preserve patient information. They should be taken prior to parasite or fishing gear removal and again afterwards if lesions are exposed.

Each patient should be photographed from: DV, VD, right and left lateral of the body, right and left lateral of the head. Close ups of any lesions or abnormalities should be taken as well. 

Photographs should always include:

• • Date
  • Identifier
  • Scale

Regular photographs (monthly) during hospitalization will provide a visual record of patient progress over time.

 

Prompt placement of photos into case files will insure that specific patient photos are easily located in the future.