Week №1 1. General Family Information: • Full name of head of household: ____________ • Address: _______________________________ • Number of family members: _______________ • Age composition: children __ , adults __ , elderly __ • Language spoken in the family: ____________ • Contact phone number: ___________________ 2. Family Composition (Table) № Name Role Age Gender Education Occupatiion 1. Vasif Father 41 Male Doctor of Medicine Surgeon in hospital 3. Health Information of Family Member For each family member, indicate: • Full name • Age • Allergies (food, drug-related, seasonal): • Chronic diseases • Previous surgeries • History of infectious diseases • Disability status (if any) • Level of physical activity • Harmful habits (smoking, alcohol use etc) *Indicate the presence of the following condition among close relatives: cardiovascular diseases (hypertension, myocardial infarction, stroke), diabetes mellitus, oncological diseases, thyroid disorders, allergic diseases, mental disorders, autoimmune diseases. Specify who is affected and what age manifested. Week №2 1. Nutrition Assessment Checklist. 1. General information about the family. - Is there consistent access to food? - Who is responsible for the family’s meals? 2. Family diet. - What foods are consumed daily? - How often are the following included in the diet: meat, fish, eggs, dairy products, vegetables, fruits? - Are fruits and vegetables washed before consumption? - Main cooking methods: boiling, frying, baking, deep-frying? - How often are sweets, fast food, and carbonated drinks consumed? Is there a fast-food addiction? - Are there any restrictive diets in the family? - What kind of food do they prefer (spicy, with vinegar, without salt)? What foods are essential in the diet? 3. Child’s diet. - Breastfeeding / formula / mixed feeding (for infants) - When was solid food introduced (if applicable) - How many meals a day? - Is breakfast eaten daily? - Example of a daily diet: breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks. - Are certain foods off-limits? - How often are sweets allowed? - Is food used as a reward or punishment? 4. Meal organization. - Who is involved in preparing meals in the family? - How often are home-cooked meals prepared? - How often are the following used: semi-prepared foods, ready-made store-bought meals, or delivery? If so, which ones and why? - Is the menu planned in advance? - Where do family members usually eat, and how often does the family eat together? 5. Eating habbits. - Do you eat while watching TV, using a phone or tablet, playing games, doing homework, or reading the newspaper? - Do you snack between meals? - Is eating done quickly or slowly? - Is there emotional eating (due to stress or boredom)? 6. Dietary supplements and nutrition. - Are dietary supplements (vitamins, minerals) used? - Are sports supplements or protein powders taken? - Are sugar substitutes or powdered mixes used? - Who prescribes the supplements (doctor / self-prescribed)? 7. Hydration and water. - Water source: Municipal water, well, bottled water, filtered water (what type of filter?) - Water usage: Do you drink tap water? Do you boil the water? - Hydration: How much water does the child drink per day? How much do adults drink? - What do you drink more often than water: tea, juices, sugary drinks, or water? 8. Economic and social factors. - Is there enough money for food? - Are there any restrictions on buying groceries? 9. Final assessment (for the student). - Is there a risk of malnutrition? - Is there a risk of overeating? - Are there any dietary irregularities? - Major hygiene issues? - What are your recommendations for the family? 2. Vaccination Assessment Checklist. Member Certificate? Missed vaccines? Additional note Dad Yes/no tuberculosis Allergy to components Mom Yes/no - Son Yes/no - Week №3 1. Family Sanitary and Hygienic Living Conditions Assessment Questionnaire 2. General Information. - Number of people living in the household: _____ - Type of housing: □ Apartment □ Private house □ Dormitory □ Other _________ - Are there any animals at home? ________________ 2. Housing Conditions. - How many living rooms are there in the home? ____ - Does the child have a separate sleeping place? □ Yes □ No 3. Lighting and Ventilation. - Is there sufficient natural lighting in the living rooms? □ Yes □ No - How often are the rooms ventilated? □ Several times a day □ Once a day □ Less frequently □ Rarely or never - Is cross-ventilation possible? □ Yes □ No - Is there a kitchen exhaust fan or ventilation system? □ Yes □ No - Are there any signs of dampness in the home? □ No □ Sometimes □ Yes If yes, please indicate: □ Damp walls □ Condensation on windows □ Musty odor □ Mold on walls or ceilings 4. Water Supply and Sanitation - Source of drinking water: □ Central water supply □ Public water standpipe □ Well / Borehole □ Bottled water □ Other __________ -Do you drink water without boiling or filtering it? □ Yes □ No - Is there continuous access to clean water? □ Yes □ No - Type of toilet facility: □ Indoor toilet □ Outdoor toilet - Is there a functioning sewage system? □ Yes □ No - Is there a handwashing area with soap available? □ Yes □ No 5. Kitchen Conditions. - Have you noticed any insects or pests in the home? □ No □ Ants □ Cockroaches □ Flies □ Mosquitoes □ Rodents □ Other __________ -Are there any signs of rodent activity? □ Yes □ No - Is household waste disposed of daily? □ Yes □ No 6. Smoking and Indoor Air Quality. - Does anyone smoke inside the home? □ No □ Occasionally □ Regularly - Are coal, wood, or other fuels used for heating inside the home? □ Yes □ No - Is there a noticeable smell of smoke, mold, or mustiness in the home? □ No □ Sometimes □ Frequently 7. Children’s Health. - How often has the child had acute respiratory infections during the past year? □ 0–2 times □ 3–5 times □ More than 5 times - Does the child experience any of the following? □ Persistent cough □ Wheezing □ Allergies □ Frequent runny nose □ Recurrent ear infections □ None of the above - Do these symptoms become worse while at home? □ No □ Yes □ Not sure 8. Final observations (for student). - Please mark any findings observed during the home visit: □ Visible mold □ Dampness □ Unpleasant odor □ Inadequate lighting □ Poor ventilation □ Insects □ Rodents □ Unsatisfactory kitchen sanitation □ Unsatisfactory sanitation of bathrooms and toilet facilities □ Overcrowded housing □ Lack of access to clean water □ Other ______________________________________ Conclusion: - Overall sanitary and hygienic condition of the household: □ Favorable □ Satisfactory □ Needs Improvement □ Unfavorable Comments:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Week № 4 1. Questionnaire on Socio-Economic and Living Conditions. 1. General Information. - What is the main source of family income? - Are the parents employed? - Is the family income sufficient to cover basic needs? □ Yes □ Partially □ No - Has the family experienced financial difficulties over the past 12 months? □ Yes □ No 2. Social Support. - Are there relatives or other people who can help the family when needed? - Does the family receive any social support or benefits? - Does the family consider its social support sufficient? □ Yes □ Partially □ No 3. Child Development Conditions. - Does the child have a place for studying and doing homework? - Does the child attend kindergarten or school? - Does the child have opportunities for daily physical activity outdoors? 4. Home Safety. - Are there safety gates/railings on stairs and balconies? - Are medicines stored out of reach of children? - Are household chemicals stored out of reach of children? - Is there a functioning heating appliance in the home? 5. Psychosocial Environment. - How often do conflicts occur in the family? □ Never □ Sometimes □ Often - Is there anyone who helps the family in difficult situations? - Family relationships (supportive / conflict-prone / mixed): __________ - Level of stress in the family (low / moderate / high): __________ - Parental support and involvement (high / moderate / low): __________ 6. Digital Accessibility - Does the family have access to mobile phone service? - Does the family have access to the internet? 2. Questionnaire on Access to Healthcare. - Is the family registered with a family medicine center? - Do the children undergo preventive medical check-ups? - Do all family members have health insurance? - Do parents know where to seek medical help in an emergency? - Do parents have access to information about the child’s health (doctor, internet, parent education programs, etc.)? - How long does it take to reach the nearest medical facility? - Are there transportation difficulties when seeking medical care? - Can the family contact a healthcare worker by phone when needed? Week №5 1. KAP Questionnaire (Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices) Example: Knowledge 1.What are the main causes of diarrhea in children that you are aware of? 2.Do you know which vaccinations are included in the national immunization schedule? Attitudes 3.Do you think antibiotics should be taken only when prescribed by a physician? 4.Is it necessary to vaccinate a child who frequently becomes ill? Practices 5.Do you wash your hands with soap after using the toilet? 6.Do you take your child to a physician when body temperature exceeds 38°C? 2. Family Health Record (Sample Template) Name Age Health Status Vaccinations Nutrition Physical Activity Social Status Risks Aisha 6 years Healthy Unvaccinated No measlesFrequent sweets Active Kindergarten Low Grandfather 70 years Hypertension None Poor appetite Pensioner High BP Now you have to take an example and now keep South Indian names to that family and give answers accordingly to the given questions and make a medical survey report

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  2. Week 2: Nutrition assessment and vaccination status
  3. Week 3: Sanitary, hygienic, housing, and child-health conditions
  4. Week 4: Socioeconomic conditions, home safety, psychosocial setting, and access to healthcare
  5. Week 5: KAP questionnaire and consolidated family health record
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Five-Week Family Medical Survey Report

Fictional academic sample only. All names, health details, and household information below are invented for educational use and are not real patient records.

Family Selected for Survey

Family name: Kumar Family
Location: Velachery, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Language spoken at home: Tamil and English
Household type: Nuclear family with grandmother

Week 1: General Family and Health Assessment

1. General Family Information

ItemDetails
Full name of head of householdDr. Aravind Kumar
AddressVelachery, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Contact phone number+91-98XXXXXX42
Number of family members5
Age compositionChildren: 2; Adults: 2; Elderly: 1
Languages spokenTamil, English

2. Family Composition

No.NameRoleAgeGenderEducationOccupation
1Dr. Aravind KumarFather / head of household41MaleMBBS, MS General SurgerySurgeon at a government hospital
2Mrs. Meenakshi KumarMother38FemaleM.Sc., B.Ed.Secondary-school science teacher
3Aditya KumarSon12MaleClass VIIStudent
4Kavya KumarDaughter6FemaleClass IStudent
5Mrs. Lakshmi KumarPaternal grandmother68FemaleHigher secondary educationRetired bank clerk

3. Individual Health Information

Family memberAgeAllergiesChronic diseasesPrevious surgeriesInfectious disease historyDisability statusPhysical activityHarmful habits
Dr. Aravind Kumar41No known food or drug allergiesMild seasonal allergic rhinitisAppendectomy at age 19COVID-19 in 2021, recovered fullyNoneModerate. Walks 30 minutes, 4 days/weekNo smoking. Occasional social alcohol use, 1-2 drinks/month
Mrs. Meenakshi Kumar38Allergy to diclofenac, causes rashHypothyroidism, controlled on prescribed treatmentCaesarean section twiceChickenpox in childhood; COVID-19 in 2022NoneLight to moderate. Yoga 3 days/week, household activityNo tobacco or alcohol
Aditya Kumar12Dust allergy with occasional sneezingMild intermittent allergic rhinitisNoneViral fever once in past year; no serious infectious illnessNoneActive. Plays cricket and cycles 5-6 days/weekNone
Kavya Kumar6No known allergiesNoneNoneTwo uncomplicated upper respiratory infections in past yearNoneActive. Outdoor play about 1 hour/dayNone
Mrs. Lakshmi Kumar68No known drug allergyHypertension and osteoarthritis of both kneesCataract surgery, age 65COVID-19 in 2021, recoveredMild mobility limitation due to knee pain; independent in daily activitiesLight. Short walks and chair exercisesNo tobacco or alcohol

4. Family History of Important Conditions

ConditionAffected relativeAge at onset / details
HypertensionMrs. Lakshmi KumarDiagnosed at approximately 58 years
Myocardial infarctionAravind’s father, deceasedAt 67 years
StrokeNo known family historyNot reported
Diabetes mellitus type 2Meenakshi’s motherDiagnosed at 54 years
Oncological diseaseNo known first-degree relative affectedNot reported
Thyroid disorderMeenakshi KumarHypothyroidism diagnosed at 34 years
Allergic diseasesAravind and AdityaSeasonal rhinitis since adolescence and childhood respectively
Mental disordersNo known family historyNot reported
Autoimmune diseasesNo known family historyNot reported

Week 1 Student Assessment

The family has a generally favorable health profile. Important risks requiring preventive attention include:
  • Family history of hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and myocardial infarction.
  • Mrs. Lakshmi’s hypertension and reduced physical activity due to osteoarthritis.
  • Meenakshi’s hypothyroidism, which requires regular follow-up and adherence to prescribed treatment.
  • Allergy symptoms in Aravind and Aditya.
  • Aravind’s variable work schedule and occasional missed meals due to hospital duties.
Recommendations:
  1. Annual blood pressure, blood glucose, lipid profile, and weight assessment for adults.
  2. Regular review of thyroid function for Meenakshi as advised by her clinician.
  3. Continued blood pressure monitoring and knee-pain management plan for Lakshmi.
  4. Maintain regular physical activity and a balanced diet.
  5. Avoid self-medication, especially antibiotics and pain medicines.
  6. Keep allergy triggers, symptoms, and treatment advice documented.

Week 2: Nutrition and Vaccination Assessment

Part A: Nutrition Assessment Checklist

1. General Information

QuestionResponse
Is there consistent access to food?Yes. The family has reliable access to food and groceries.
Who is responsible for meals?Meenakshi plans the weekly menu. Lakshmi and Meenakshi usually prepare meals. Aravind helps on weekends.

2. Family Diet

ItemSurvey finding
Foods eaten dailyRice or millet-based dishes, dal/sambar, vegetables, curd, fruit, eggs or other protein foods
Meat consumptionChicken or fish 2-3 times/week
Fish consumptionAbout once weekly
Eggs4-5 days/week
Dairy productsMilk or curd consumed daily
VegetablesAt least two varieties most days
FruitsUsually 1 serving/day, but not always for adults
Washing fruits and vegetablesYes, under running water before preparation/consumption
Main cooking methodsSteaming, boiling, pressure cooking, sautéing, and baking. Deep-frying is uncommon
Sweets1-2 times/week; more frequent during festivals
Fast foodAbout twice/month, usually pizza, dosa from outside, or fried snacks
Carbonated drinksRare, mainly during outings
Restrictive dietsLakshmi follows a reduced-salt diet for hypertension. No other restrictive diet
Preferred food styleSouth Indian home-cooked food: idli, dosa, upma, rice, sambar, rasam, poriyal, curd rice, fish curry
Essential foodsRice or millet, pulses, vegetables, curd, fruit, eggs, and fish/chicken

3. Children’s Diet

Aditya Kumar, 12 years

ItemResponse
Meals per dayThree main meals and one evening snack
Breakfast dailyUsually yes. May occasionally skip during examination days
Sample daily dietBreakfast: idli with sambar and milk. Lunch: rice, dal, vegetable poriyal, curd. Snack: fruit, sundal, or milk. Dinner: chapati or rice with vegetables and egg/fish curry
Foods avoidedNo medical restriction. Dislikes bitter gourd
SweetsOnce or twice weekly
Food as reward or punishmentParents try not to use food as a reward or punishment

Kavya Kumar, 6 years

ItemResponse
Infant feeding historyExclusively breastfed for approximately 6 months
Complementary foods introducedAt 6 months
Meals per dayThree meals and two healthy snacks
Breakfast dailyYes
Sample daily dietBreakfast: dosa/idli, milk, fruit. Lunch: school meal or home-packed rice, dal, vegetables, curd. Snack: banana, roasted chana, or milk. Dinner: chapati/rice with vegetable curry, dal, and egg twice weekly
Foods off-limitsExcess candy, packaged chips, and caffeinated soft drinks
Sweets allowedSmall portions once weekly or during special occasions
Food used for reward/punishmentNo. Parents use verbal encouragement instead

4. Meal Organization

QuestionResponse
Who prepares meals?Meenakshi and Lakshmi; Aravind assists on weekends
Frequency of home-cooked meals6-7 days/week
Semi-prepared or delivery foodsUsed about twice per month when both parents are busy
Common outside foodsIdli, dosa, vegetarian meals, occasional pizza or biryani
Is menu planned in advance?Partly. Groceries and major meals are planned weekly
Usual place of eatingDining table or kitchen dining area
Family meals togetherDinner together approximately 5 days/week

5. Eating Habits

ItemFinding
Screen use during mealsChildren are not allowed screens during meals. Aravind occasionally checks his phone because of hospital calls
SnackingChildren take planned evening snacks. Adults sometimes snack on tea and biscuits
Speed of eatingAditya tends to eat quickly; others eat at a moderate pace
Emotional eatingNo regular emotional eating reported. Meenakshi may occasionally consume sweets during work-related stress

6. Supplements and Nutrition Products

ItemResponse
Vitamins/mineralsLakshmi takes vitamin D and calcium only when prescribed. Kavya takes a pediatric multivitamin intermittently on the pediatrician’s advice
Sports supplements/protein powdersNone
Sugar substitutes/powdered mixesNo regular use
Who advises supplements?Physician or pediatrician. Family avoids self-prescription

7. Hydration and Water

QuestionResponse
Water sourceMunicipal water passed through a household RO filter
Tap water consumed directly?No
Water boiled?Usually not after RO filtration; boiled water is used during episodes of gastrointestinal illness or when advised
Child water intakeAditya approximately 1.5-2 L/day; Kavya approximately 1-1.2 L/day, adjusted for weather and activity
Adult water intakeApproximately 2-2.5 L/day for most adults, unless medically advised otherwise
Most frequent beveragesWater, milk, buttermilk, and tea. Sugary drinks are infrequent

8. Economic and Social Factors

QuestionResponse
Is family income enough for food?Yes
Restrictions on buying groceries?No significant restriction. The family sometimes limits expensive processed foods, not essential foods

9. Nutrition Assessment and Recommendations

Risk of malnutrition: Low.
Risk of overeating: Mild risk in adults due to occasional sedentary work and frequent rice-based portions.
Dietary irregularities: Aravind occasionally misses or delays meals. Aditya sometimes eats quickly. Fruit intake among adults can be improved.
Major hygiene concerns: None identified. Produce is washed, drinking water is filtered, and meals are mostly home prepared.
Nutrition recommendations:
  1. Continue a varied diet containing vegetables, fruits, pulses, whole grains, nuts, dairy or alternatives, and protein-rich foods.
  2. Increase fruit intake to at least 1-2 servings each day and ensure vegetables are included at lunch and dinner.
  3. Reduce excess salt, pickles, papad, and processed foods, particularly due to Lakshmi’s hypertension and the family history of cardiovascular disease.
  4. Encourage Aravind to carry a healthy snack during long hospital shifts.
  5. Encourage Aditya to eat slowly and avoid distraction while eating.
  6. Limit fried snacks, sugary beverages, and highly processed foods.
  7. Continue regular outdoor activity and avoid using food as a reward or punishment.
These recommendations are consistent with WHO healthy-diet guidance, which supports varied diets with fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, and lower intake of salt, free sugars, and unhealthy fats.

Part B: Vaccination Assessment

Note: This is a fictional documentation example. Vaccination records should always be verified against the local immunization card, school record, and the current national or state immunization schedule.
MemberCertificate / record available?Missed vaccines?Additional notes
Dr. Aravind KumarYesNo known missed routine adult vaccinesReceived COVID-19 primary vaccination and booster. Annual influenza vaccine recommended because of hospital exposure
Mrs. Meenakshi KumarYesNo known missed vaccinesReceives vaccines according to physician advice; COVID-19 vaccination completed
Aditya KumarYesNone identified from available recordChildhood vaccines documented. Adolescent booster status to be reviewed at the next clinic visit
Kavya KumarYesNone identified from available recordAge-appropriate routine childhood vaccines documented
Mrs. Lakshmi KumarPartial record availableInfluenza and pneumococcal vaccination status uncertainShould discuss age-appropriate vaccines with her physician, especially due to age and hypertension
Vaccination assessment: The children appear to have received routine childhood vaccinations according to available records. Adult and elderly vaccination records should be reviewed annually, especially influenza, COVID-19, tetanus-containing boosters where indicated, and vaccines recommended for older adults.

Week 3: Family Sanitary and Hygienic Living Conditions Assessment

1. General Information

ItemFinding
Number of persons in household5
Type of housingThree-bedroom apartment
Animals at homeNo pets

2. Housing Conditions

QuestionResponse
Number of living roomsOne living room, three bedrooms, kitchen, and two bathrooms
Does each child have a separate sleeping place?Yes. Aditya and Kavya have separate beds in a shared bedroom

3. Lighting and Ventilation

QuestionResponse
Sufficient natural lightingYes, in all main living rooms
Frequency of ventilationSeveral times a day
Cross-ventilation possibleYes, in the living room and bedrooms
Kitchen exhaust/ventilation systemYes, chimney/exhaust fan present
Dampness in homeOccasionally mild condensation near one bedroom window during monsoon
Damp wallsNo
Condensation on windowsSometimes
Musty odorNo
Mold on walls/ceilingsNo visible mold

4. Water Supply and Sanitation

QuestionResponse
Source of drinking waterCentral municipal supply with RO filtration
Drinks water without filtering/boilingNo
Continuous clean water accessYes
Toilet facilityIndoor toilets
Functioning sewage systemYes
Handwashing area with soapYes, available in kitchen and bathrooms

5. Kitchen Conditions

QuestionResponse
Insects or pestsOccasional ants during rainy season
Signs of rodent activityNo
Waste disposed of dailyYes
Food storageDry foods stored in closed containers; cooked food refrigerated when not consumed immediately
Kitchen sanitationSatisfactory. Countertops cleaned daily and utensils washed after meals

6. Smoking and Indoor Air Quality

QuestionResponse
Smoking inside the homeNo
Coal, wood, or other solid fuels used indoorsNo. LPG is used for cooking
Smell of smoke, mold, or mustinessNo

7. Children’s Health

ItemAditya, 12 yearsKavya, 6 years
Acute respiratory infections during last year1 episode2 episodes
Persistent coughNoNo
WheezingNoNo
AllergiesOccasional dust-related sneezingNo
Frequent runny noseOccasionally during seasonal changeNo
Recurrent ear infectionsNoNo
Symptoms worsen at homeNoNo

8. Final Student Observations

ObservationFinding
Visible moldNo
DampnessMild occasional window condensation only
Unpleasant odorNo
Inadequate lightingNo
Poor ventilationNo
InsectsOccasional ants only
RodentsNo
Unsatisfactory kitchen sanitationNo
Unsatisfactory bathroom/toilet sanitationNo
Overcrowded housingNo
Lack of clean waterNo
Other concernChildren share a room but have separate sleeping spaces and adequate storage

Conclusion

Overall sanitary and hygienic condition: Favorable
Comments: The household is clean, well ventilated, adequately lighted, and supplied with filtered drinking water. No indoor smoking or use of solid fuel is reported. The family should continue daily waste disposal, promptly manage seasonal ants, clean areas affected by condensation, and monitor for mold during the monsoon season.

Week 4: Socioeconomic, Living Conditions, and Access to Healthcare

Part A: Socioeconomic and Living Conditions Questionnaire

1. General Information

QuestionResponse
Main source of incomeSalaries from Aravind’s hospital employment and Meenakshi’s teaching position; Lakshmi also receives a pension
Are parents employed?Yes, both are employed
Is family income sufficient for basic needs?Yes
Financial difficulties in previous 12 months?No major difficulties reported

2. Social Support

QuestionResponse
Relatives or others available for help?Yes. Maternal grandparents live nearby and can assist with childcare and emergencies
Does family receive social support/benefits?Lakshmi receives her retirement pension; no regular additional social welfare support required
Is social support sufficient?Yes

3. Child Development Conditions

QuestionResponse
Place for study/homeworkYes. Both children have a shared study desk, sufficient lighting, and school supplies
School attendanceAditya attends Class VII; Kavya attends Class I
Daily outdoor activityYes. Aditya plays cricket and cycles; Kavya plays in the apartment complex or nearby park for approximately 1 hour/day

4. Home Safety

QuestionResponse
Safety gates/railings on stairs and balconyBalcony has secure railing and safety mesh
Medicines out of reach of childrenYes. Stored in a locked cabinet
Household chemicals out of reachYes. Stored separately in a high locked utility cabinet
Functional heating applianceNot usually required in Chennai. The home has safe electrical appliances for cooler weather
Emergency contacts availableYes. Hospital, family physician, ambulance, and close relatives’ contacts are saved on phones

5. Psychosocial Environment

ItemResponse
Frequency of family conflictsSometimes, usually related to schoolwork, screen time, or Aravind’s demanding work schedule
Help in difficult situationsExtended family, close friends, and workplace colleagues
Family relationshipsSupportive overall
Stress levelModerate, mainly due to work shifts and children’s school demands
Parental support and involvementHigh

6. Digital Accessibility

QuestionResponse
Mobile phone accessYes, all adults have mobile phones
Internet accessYes, home broadband and mobile internet are available
Use of online health informationUsed carefully. Aravind and Meenakshi prefer physician advice and trusted hospital or government sources

Part B: Access to Healthcare

QuestionResponse
Registered with family medicine center?Yes, the family is registered with a nearby family medicine clinic
Do children receive preventive check-ups?Yes, annual pediatric and dental reviews are generally completed
Do all members have health insurance?Yes. Aravind has employer-supported coverage; other members are covered through family insurance
Do parents know where to seek emergency care?Yes. Aravind’s hospital and a nearby multispecialty hospital are identified
Access to child-health informationYes, through pediatrician visits, school information, trusted health websites, and parent education sessions
Time to nearest medical facilityApproximately 10-15 minutes by car or auto-rickshaw
Transportation barriersNo significant difficulties
Can they contact a healthcare worker by phone?Yes, through clinic reception, hospital service, or emergency services

Week 4 Student Assessment

The family has favorable socioeconomic conditions, good social support, safe housing, adequate digital access, and appropriate access to healthcare. The main area requiring attention is stress management because both parents have demanding occupations.
Recommendations:
  1. Maintain a regular family routine for meals, sleep, homework, and outdoor activity.
  2. Schedule protected family time at least once weekly.
  3. Continue safe storage of medicines and chemicals.
  4. Limit children’s unsupervised screen time and promote age-appropriate digital safety.
  5. Encourage Lakshmi to attend regular hypertension and mobility follow-up visits.
  6. Ensure health insurance cards, vaccination records, prescriptions, and emergency contacts are kept in one accessible folder.

Week 5: KAP Questionnaire and Family Health Record

Part A: KAP Questionnaire

KAP = Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices

Knowledge

QuestionFamily responseStudent assessment
What are the main causes of diarrhea in children?The parents identified contaminated food or water, poor hand hygiene, viral infection, and unsafe storage of cooked foodGood basic knowledge
Which vaccinations are included in the national immunization schedule?Parents know about BCG, polio, DPT-containing vaccines, measles-rubella, hepatitis B, and other routine childhood vaccines, but would verify the current schedule at the clinicGood awareness; exact schedule should be confirmed from official local records
What are warning signs of dehydration in children?Reduced urination, lethargy, dry mouth, persistent vomiting, inability to drink, and sunken eyesGood knowledge
Why is excessive salt intake a concern?The family understands its association with high blood pressure, especially for LakshmiGood knowledge
Why should antibiotics not be taken for every fever or cold?They understand that many colds are viral and antibiotics should be prescribed only after medical assessmentAppropriate knowledge

Attitudes

QuestionFamily responseStudent assessment
Should antibiotics be taken only when prescribed by a physician?YesPositive attitude
Is vaccination necessary even if a child frequently becomes ill?Yes, unless a clinician identifies a specific temporary reason to defer itPositive attitude
Is regular physical activity important for children and adults?Yes. The family considers it important for fitness, mood, sleep, and prevention of chronic diseasePositive attitude
Is mental well-being as important as physical health?Yes. Family members support discussing stress and seeking help when neededPositive attitude
Should older adults receive regular health review even if they feel well?Yes, because hypertension and other conditions can be asymptomaticPositive attitude

Practices

QuestionFamily responseStudent assessment
Do you wash hands with soap after using the toilet and before meals?YesAppropriate practice
Do you take a child to a physician when temperature exceeds 38°C?Usually yes if fever persists, the child appears unwell, has breathing difficulty, poor intake, rash, unusual sleepiness, or other warning signsAppropriate, symptom-based practice
Do you avoid giving antibiotics without a prescription?YesAppropriate practice
Do you filter drinking water?Yes, household RO filter is usedAppropriate practice
Do children have daily physical activity?YesAppropriate practice
Do family members smoke indoors?NoAppropriate practice
Are medications kept safely?Yes, in a locked cabinetAppropriate practice

Part B: Family Health Record

NameAgeHealth statusVaccinationsNutritionPhysical activitySocial statusRisks
Dr. Aravind Kumar41Generally healthy; seasonal allergic rhinitisChildhood record reported; COVID-19 vaccination completed; adult vaccine review advisedMostly balanced diet, but irregular meal timing during shiftsModerate. Walking 4 days/weekEmployed surgeon; marriedFamily history of myocardial infarction and hypertension; work stress; occasional skipped meals
Mrs. Meenakshi Kumar38Hypothyroidism, clinically stable with prescribed careVaccination record available; COVID-19 vaccination completedBalanced home diet; occasional stress-related sweetsLight-moderate. Yoga 3 days/weekEmployed teacher; marriedFamily history of diabetes; thyroid disorder; stress from work and household duties
Aditya Kumar12Generally healthy; occasional allergic rhinitisRoutine childhood vaccines recordedGenerally balanced; occasional rapid eating and school-time breakfast delayHigh. Cricket, cycling, outdoor playSchool studentFamily history of diabetes/cardiovascular disease; dust allergy
Kavya Kumar6HealthyRoutine childhood vaccines recordedBalanced age-appropriate diet; limited sweetsHigh. Outdoor play dailySchool studentUsual exposure to common childhood respiratory infections
Mrs. Lakshmi Kumar68Hypertension and bilateral knee osteoarthritisPartial record available; adult vaccine status should be reviewedReduced-salt diet; appetite adequateLight. Walking and chair exercisesRetired pensioner; lives with familyHypertension, reduced mobility, fall risk, family history of cardiovascular disease

Overall Final Survey Conclusion

The Kumar family demonstrates favorable overall health, nutritional, sanitary, social, and healthcare-access conditions. The household has stable income, reliable food access, filtered water, a clean living environment, no indoor smoking, age-appropriate child care, and good access to medical services.

Main Identified Family Health Risks

  1. Cardiovascular risk: Family history of hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and myocardial infarction.
  2. Elderly health risk: Lakshmi has hypertension, knee osteoarthritis, and possible fall risk.
  3. Lifestyle risk: Aravind’s irregular work schedule may lead to missed meals, stress, and reduced sleep.
  4. Allergy risk: Aravind and Aditya experience seasonal or dust-related allergic rhinitis.
  5. Moderate psychosocial stress: Both parents balance employment, childcare, and household responsibilities.
  6. Minor home-environment concern: Occasional window condensation during monsoon should be monitored to prevent dampness or mold.

Consolidated Recommendations

  • Maintain annual preventive health examinations for all adults.
  • Monitor blood pressure regularly for Lakshmi and encourage medical review for knee pain, mobility, and fall prevention.
  • Screen adults periodically for diabetes and lipid abnormalities because of the family history.
  • Continue a low-salt, balanced diet with sufficient vegetables, fruits, pulses, whole grains, and protein sources.
  • Reduce fried snacks, excessive sweets, highly processed foods, and sugary drinks.
  • Ensure children continue daily outdoor play and healthy sleep routines.
  • Encourage Aravind to maintain regular meals, hydration, exercise, and adequate rest despite hospital shifts.
  • Review immunization records yearly, particularly adult and elderly vaccines.
  • Maintain safe food handling, filtered drinking water, daily waste disposal, and good hand hygiene.
  • Monitor condensation during rainy months and clean any damp areas promptly.
  • Maintain open family communication and use social support when stress increases.
A balanced diet and regular physical activity help lower long-term risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and other noncommunicable diseases, as summarized in WHO healthy-diet guidance and WHO physical-activity recommendations.

Create a PDF checklist version for field visits

Reading File
Reading File
Searching the Web

WHO household health survey home visit hygiene checklist guidance

Browsing Directory

~/

Running Command

mkdir -p "/tmp/workspace/family-field-visit-checklist/src" "/tmp/workspace/family-field-visit-checklist/output" && printf '%s' 'ready'

Writing File

~/family-field-visit-checklist/src/create_checklist.py

from reportlab.lib import colors
from reportlab.lib.enums import TA_CENTER, TA_LEFT
from reportlab.lib.pagesizes import A4
from reportlab.lib.styles import getSampleStyleSheet, ParagraphStyle
from reportlab.lib.units import cm
from reportlab.platypus import SimpleDocTemplate, Paragraph, Spacer, Table, TableStyle, PageBreak, KeepTogether
from reportlab.pdfbase.pdfmetrics import stringWidth
from reportlab.pdfbase.ttfonts import TTFont
from reportlab.pdfbase import pdfmetrics
from reportlab.lib.colors import HexColor
from reportlab.pdfbase.pdfmetrics import registerFontFamily
from reportlab.pdfbase.ttfonts import TTFont
import os

OUT = '/tmp/workspace/family-field-visit-checklist/output/Five_Week_Family_Field_Visit_Checklist.pdf'
PAGE_W, PAGE_H = A4
BLUE = HexColor('#154C79')
TEAL = HexColor('#167C80')
LIGHT = HexColor('#EAF2F5')
MID = HexColor('#B7D4DA')
DARK = HexColor('#203040')
GREY = HexColor('#5E6A71')

styles = getSampleStyleSheet()
styles.add(ParagraphStyle(name='TitleCustom', parent=styles['Title'], fontName='Helvetica-Bold', fontSize=18, leading=22, textColor=BLUE, alignment=TA_CENTER, spaceAfter=8))
styles.add(ParagraphStyle(name='SubtitleCustom', parent=styles['Normal'], fontName='Helvetica', fontSize=9.2, leading=12, textColor=GREY, alignment=TA_CENTER, spaceAfter=12))
styles.add(ParagraphStyle(name='Week', parent=styles['Heading1'], fontName='Helvetica-Bold', fontSize=13, leading=16, textColor=colors.white, backColor=BLUE, borderPadding=(5,7,5,7), spaceBefore=6, spaceAfter=8))
styles.add(ParagraphStyle(name='Section', parent=styles['Heading2'], fontName='Helvetica-Bold', fontSize=10.5, leading=13, textColor=BLUE, spaceBefore=8, spaceAfter=4))
styles.add(ParagraphStyle(name='Small', parent=styles['Normal'], fontName='Helvetica', fontSize=8.2, leading=10.2, textColor=DARK))
styles.add(ParagraphStyle(name='Tiny', parent=styles['Normal'], fontName='Helvetica', fontSize=7.2, leading=8.5, textColor=DARK))
styles.add(ParagraphStyle(name='Note', parent=styles['Normal'], fontName='Helvetica-Oblique', fontSize=7.6, leading=9.4, textColor=GREY))


def P(text, style='Small'):
    return Paragraph(text, styles[style])

def field(label, width=0):
    return P(f'<b>{label}</b> ' + '_' * (width or 35), 'Small')

def section(title):
    return Paragraph(title, styles['Section'])

def checkbox(text):
    return P('□ ' + text, 'Small')

def grid(rows, widths, header=True, font=7.5):
    conv = []
    for r, row in enumerate(rows):
        conv.append([cell if hasattr(cell, 'wrap') else P(str(cell), 'Tiny' if font < 8 else 'Small') for cell in row])
    t = Table(conv, colWidths=widths, repeatRows=1 if header else 0, hAlign='LEFT')
    ts = [
        ('GRID',(0,0),(-1,-1),0.35,HexColor('#78909C')),
        ('VALIGN',(0,0),(-1,-1),'TOP'),
        ('LEFTPADDING',(0,0),(-1,-1),4),('RIGHTPADDING',(0,0),(-1,-1),4),
        ('TOPPADDING',(0,0),(-1,-1),4),('BOTTOMPADDING',(0,0),(-1,-1),4),
    ]
    if header:
        ts += [('BACKGROUND',(0,0),(-1,0),LIGHT),('TEXTCOLOR',(0,0),(-1,0),BLUE),('FONTNAME',(0,0),(-1,0),'Helvetica-Bold')]
    t.setStyle(TableStyle(ts))
    return t

def check_table(items, cols=2):
    cells = [checkbox(x) for x in items]
    rows = [cells[i:i+cols] for i in range(0,len(cells),cols)]
    if len(rows[-1]) < cols: rows[-1].append('')
    return Table(rows, colWidths=[8.45*cm/cols*2]*cols) if False else Table(rows, colWidths=[8.45*cm]*cols, hAlign='LEFT', style=[('VALIGN',(0,0),(-1,-1),'TOP'),('BOTTOMPADDING',(0,0),(-1,-1),3)])

def lines(n=2):
    return Spacer(1, 2), Table([[''] for _ in range(n)], colWidths=[17.2*cm], rowHeights=[0.5*cm]*n, style=[('LINEBELOW',(0,0),(-1,-1),0.35,colors.grey)])

def footer(canvas, doc):
    canvas.saveState()
    canvas.setFont('Helvetica', 7.5)
    canvas.setFillColor(GREY)
    canvas.drawString(1.5*cm, 1.0*cm, 'Family Field Visit Checklist | Academic use only - protect confidentiality')
    canvas.drawRightString(PAGE_W-1.5*cm, 1.0*cm, f'Page {doc.page}')
    canvas.restoreState()

doc = SimpleDocTemplate(OUT, pagesize=A4, rightMargin=1.5*cm, leftMargin=1.5*cm, topMargin=1.35*cm, bottomMargin=1.45*cm)
story=[]
story += [P('FIVE-WEEK FAMILY FIELD VISIT CHECKLIST', 'TitleCustom'), P('Printable medical, nutrition, hygiene, socioeconomic, and health-practice assessment form', 'SubtitleCustom')]
story += [P('<b>Use:</b> Record answers during a household visit. Obtain consent, avoid collecting unnecessary identifiers, and keep completed forms secure. This form supports screening and health education; it does not replace clinical diagnosis or emergency care.', 'Note'), Spacer(1,8)]
story += [grid([[field('Household / family ID:',18), field('Visit date:',14)], [field('Student / assessor:',18), field('Supervisor:',14)], [field('Locality / address:',18), field('Preferred language:',14)]], [10.8*cm,6.4*cm], header=False, font=8), Spacer(1,8)]
story += [section('Visit Log'), grid([['Week','Date','Completed','Follow-up / referral needed?'],['1. Family health','________________','□ Yes  □ No','□ Yes  □ No'],['2. Nutrition and vaccines','________________','□ Yes  □ No','□ Yes  □ No'],['3. Housing and hygiene','________________','□ Yes  □ No','□ Yes  □ No'],['4. Social conditions and healthcare','________________','□ Yes  □ No','□ Yes  □ No'],['5. KAP and health record','________________','□ Yes  □ No','□ Yes  □ No']], [3.7*cm,3.4*cm,4.0*cm,6.1*cm])]
story.append(PageBreak())

# WEEK 1
story += [P('WEEK 1 - FAMILY PROFILE AND HEALTH ASSESSMENT','Week')]
story += [section('1. General Family Information'), grid([[field('Head of household:',18),field('Contact number:',15)],[field('No. of members:',18),field('Languages spoken:',15)],[field('Children:',8)+'  '+field('Adults:',8),field('Older adults:',8)+'  '+field('Other:',8)]],[10.8*cm,6.4*cm],header=False)]
story += [section('2. Family Composition'), grid([['No.','Full name / initials','Relationship','Age','Sex','Education','Occupation'],['1','','','','','',''],['2','','','','','',''],['3','','','','','',''],['4','','','','','',''],['5','','','','','',''],['6','','','','','','']], [0.8*cm,3.4*cm,3*cm,1*cm,1*cm,3.8*cm,4.2*cm])]
story += [section('3. Individual Health Information'), P('Complete one row per person. Use a separate continuation sheet if necessary.','Note'), grid([['Name / age','Allergies','Chronic conditions','Past surgery / infectious illness','Disability / activity level','Tobacco, alcohol, other risks'],['','','','','',''],['','','','','',''],['','','','','',''],['','','','','',''],['','','','','','']], [2.3*cm,2.5*cm,3*cm,3.5*cm,3.1*cm,2.8*cm])]
story += [section('4. Family History in Close Relatives'), grid([['Condition','Present?','Who is affected / age at onset / comments'],['Hypertension, heart attack, stroke','□ Yes □ No',''],['Diabetes mellitus','□ Yes □ No',''],['Cancer','□ Yes □ No',''],['Thyroid disorder','□ Yes □ No',''],['Allergy / asthma','□ Yes □ No',''],['Mental health condition','□ Yes □ No',''],['Autoimmune disease','□ Yes □ No','']], [5.5*cm,3*cm,8.7*cm])]
story += [section('Week 1 Assessment and Plan'), P('<b>Priority health concerns:</b> _________________________________________________________________________________________________', 'Small'), Spacer(1,7), P('<b>Advice / follow-up / referral:</b> __________________________________________________________________________________________________', 'Small'), Spacer(1,7), P('<b>Assessor signature:</b> ____________________________  <b>Date:</b> ____________________', 'Small')]
story.append(PageBreak())

# WEEK 2
story += [P('WEEK 2 - NUTRITION AND VACCINATION ASSESSMENT','Week')]
story += [section('1. Family Nutrition and Food Access'), grid([['Question','Response / notes'],['Consistent access to adequate food? Who plans / prepares meals?',''],['Foods eaten daily',''],['Frequency: meat, fish, eggs, dairy, vegetables, fruits',''],['Are fruit and vegetables washed before use?',''],['Main cooking methods',''],['Frequency of sweets, fast food, carbonated drinks',''],['Restrictive diets, food preferences, essential foods','']], [7.6*cm,9.6*cm])]
story += [section('2. Child Nutrition - Complete for Each Child'), grid([['Item','Child 1: name / age','Child 2: name / age'],['Infant feeding / age solids introduced, if relevant','',''],['Meals/day and daily breakfast','',''],['Usual breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks','',''],['Foods avoided / allergies / restrictions','',''],['Sweets frequency; food as reward or punishment?','','']], [4.7*cm,6.25*cm,6.25*cm])]
story += [section('3. Meal Organization and Eating Habits'), check_table(['Home-cooked meals most days','Menu planned in advance','Family eats together regularly','Screens used during meals','Frequent snacking between meals','Eating is usually rushed','Emotional eating reported','Semi-prepared / delivery meals used frequently'],2)]
story += [section('4. Supplements, Hydration, and Economic Factors'), grid([['Item','Response / notes'],['Vitamins, minerals, protein powders, sugar substitutes. Who advised them?',''],['Drinking-water source and treatment: municipal / borehole / bottled / filtered / boiled',''],['Approximate daily fluid intake: children / adults',''],['Usual beverages besides water',''],['Enough money for food? Grocery-purchasing restrictions?','']], [7.6*cm,9.6*cm])]
story += [section('5. Vaccination Assessment'), grid([['Member','Certificate / record?','Missed / uncertain vaccines','Allergy / other note'],['Father / adult 1','□ Yes □ No','',''],['Mother / adult 2','□ Yes □ No','',''],['Child 1','□ Yes □ No','',''],['Child 2','□ Yes □ No','',''],['Older adult / other','□ Yes □ No','','']], [3.1*cm,3.4*cm,5.3*cm,5.4*cm])]
story += [section('Week 2 Final Assessment'), check_table(['Risk of undernutrition','Risk of overeating','Irregular meal pattern','Food hygiene concern','Unsafe water concern','Vaccination record needs review'],2), P('<b>Recommendations / referral:</b> ________________________________________________________________________________________________', 'Small')]
story.append(PageBreak())

# WEEK 3
story += [P('WEEK 3 - SANITARY, HYGIENIC, AND HOUSING CONDITIONS','Week')]
story += [section('1. Home and Housing'), grid([['Item','Finding'],['Number living in household',''],['Housing type','□ Apartment  □ Private house  □ Dormitory  □ Other: __________'],['Animals / pets at home',''],['No. of living rooms',''],['Child has separate sleeping place','□ Yes  □ No  □ Not applicable']], [7.2*cm,10*cm])]
story += [section('2. Lighting, Ventilation, and Dampness'), check_table(['Adequate natural light','Rooms ventilated several times/day','Cross-ventilation possible','Kitchen exhaust / ventilation present','Damp walls present','Window condensation present','Musty odour present','Visible mold on walls/ceilings'],2)]
story += [section('3. Water, Sanitation, and Kitchen'), grid([['Item','Finding'],['Drinking-water source','□ Central supply  □ Public standpipe  □ Well/borehole  □ Bottled  □ Other'],['Water used without boiling/filtering','□ Yes  □ No'],['Continuous access to clean water','□ Yes  □ No'],['Toilet','□ Indoor  □ Outdoor'],['Functioning sewage system','□ Yes  □ No'],['Handwashing point with soap','□ Yes  □ No'],['Pests observed','□ None  □ Ants  □ Cockroaches  □ Flies  □ Mosquitoes  □ Rodents  □ Other'],['Rodent activity / food storage / daily waste disposal','']], [7.2*cm,10*cm])]
story += [section('4. Indoor Air Quality and Children’s Health'), grid([['Item','Finding'],['Anyone smokes indoors?','□ No  □ Occasionally  □ Regularly'],['Coal, wood, or other solid fuel used indoors?','□ Yes  □ No'],['Smoke, mold, or musty odor','□ No  □ Sometimes  □ Frequently'],['Child respiratory infections over past year','□ 0-2  □ 3-5  □ More than 5'],['Child symptoms','□ Persistent cough □ Wheeze □ Allergy □ Runny nose □ Ear infections □ None'],['Symptoms worse while at home?','□ No  □ Yes  □ Not sure']], [7.2*cm,10*cm])]
story += [section('5. Final Observations'), check_table(['Visible mold/dampness','Unpleasant odor','Inadequate lighting','Poor ventilation','Insects or rodents','Unsatisfactory kitchen sanitation','Unsatisfactory bathroom/toilet sanitation','Overcrowding','No access to clean water','Other concern'],2), P('<b>Overall condition:</b> □ Favorable  □ Satisfactory  □ Needs improvement  □ Unfavorable', 'Small'), Spacer(1,5), P('<b>Comments and recommended action:</b> ____________________________________________________________________________________', 'Small')]
story.append(PageBreak())

# WEEK 4
story += [P('WEEK 4 - SOCIOECONOMIC CONDITIONS AND ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE','Week')]
story += [section('1. Income and Social Support'), grid([['Question','Response / notes'],['Main household income source; parent employment',''],['Income sufficient for basic needs?','□ Yes  □ Partly  □ No'],['Financial difficulty during past 12 months?','□ Yes  □ No'],['Relatives / community support available?',''],['Social support / benefits received',''],['Is social support sufficient?','□ Yes  □ Partly  □ No']], [8.2*cm,9*cm])]
story += [section('2. Child Development, Home Safety, and Psychosocial Environment'), grid([['Item','Finding'],['Space for study/homework','□ Yes  □ No'],['School / kindergarten attendance','□ Yes  □ No  Notes: __________________'],['Daily outdoor physical activity opportunity','□ Yes  □ No'],['Safe railings / balcony / stairs where applicable','□ Yes  □ No  □ N/A'],['Medicines stored out of children’s reach','□ Yes  □ No'],['Household chemicals stored out of children’s reach','□ Yes  □ No'],['Heating/cooking appliances functioning and safely used','□ Yes  □ No'],['Family conflicts','□ Never  □ Sometimes  □ Often'],['Family relationships','□ Supportive  □ Mixed  □ Conflict-prone'],['Stress level','□ Low  □ Moderate  □ High'],['Parental support/involvement','□ High  □ Moderate  □ Low']], [8.2*cm,9*cm])]
story += [section('3. Digital Access and Healthcare Access'), grid([['Item','Finding'],['Mobile phone service / internet access','□ Phone  □ Internet  □ Both  □ Neither'],['Registered with family medicine center / clinic?','□ Yes  □ No'],['Children receive preventive check-ups?','□ Yes  □ No'],['All members have insurance / coverage?','□ Yes  □ No  □ Not sure'],['Parents know where to seek emergency care?','□ Yes  □ No'],['Access to trusted child-health information','□ Clinician □ Internet □ Parent program □ Other'],['Travel time to nearest facility','________________ minutes'],['Transport difficulty seeking care?','□ No  □ Yes: __________________'],['Can contact healthcare worker by phone?','□ Yes  □ No']], [8.2*cm,9*cm])]
story += [section('Week 4 Assessment and Plan'), P('<b>Social / safety / access barriers identified:</b> _______________________________________________________________________________', 'Small'), Spacer(1,7), P('<b>Support, education, or referral arranged:</b> __________________________________________________________________________________', 'Small')]
story.append(PageBreak())

# WEEK 5
story += [P('WEEK 5 - KAP QUESTIONNAIRE AND FAMILY HEALTH RECORD','Week')]
story += [section('1. Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP)')]
story += [grid([['Domain','Question','Response / assessor notes'],['Knowledge','Main causes of diarrhea in children?',''],['Knowledge','Which routine childhood vaccinations are known?',''],['Knowledge','Warning signs requiring medical review for fever, breathing difficulty, or dehydration?',''],['Attitude','Antibiotics should be used only if prescribed by a clinician.','□ Agree  □ Unsure  □ Disagree'],['Attitude','A frequently ill child should still receive vaccines unless a clinician advises delay.','□ Agree  □ Unsure  □ Disagree'],['Practice','Handwashing with soap after toilet use and before food preparation/eating.','□ Always  □ Sometimes  □ Rarely'],['Practice','When does the family seek care for a child with fever?',''],['Practice','Use of unprescribed antibiotics / other medicines?','□ No  □ Yes: __________________']], [2.2*cm,7.3*cm,7.7*cm])]
story += [section('2. Family Health Record'), grid([['Name / initials','Age','Health status','Vaccinations','Nutrition','Activity','Social status','Key risks'],['','','','','','','',''],['','','','','','','',''],['','','','','','','',''],['','','','','','','',''],['','','','','','','','']], [2.3*cm,0.9*cm,2.7*cm,2.4*cm,2.5*cm,1.8*cm,2.4*cm,2.2*cm])]
story += [section('3. Final Household Summary'), grid([['Area','Assessment'],['General health status','□ Favorable  □ Needs follow-up  □ Concern identified'],['Nutrition','□ Adequate  □ Needs counseling  □ Concern identified'],['Vaccination record','□ Current / verified  □ Needs review  □ Incomplete'],['Hygiene and environment','□ Favorable  □ Needs improvement  □ Urgent concern'],['Socioeconomic / healthcare access','□ Adequate  □ Barrier identified  □ Referral needed']], [7.2*cm,10*cm])]
story += [section('Priority Action Plan'), P('1. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________', 'Small'), Spacer(1,8), P('2. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________', 'Small'), Spacer(1,8), P('3. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________', 'Small'), Spacer(1,10), P('<b>Assessor name/signature:</b> _________________________________  <b>Date:</b> _________________________________', 'Small'), Spacer(1,6), P('<b>Supervisor comments:</b> ______________________________________________________________________________________________', 'Small')]
story += [Spacer(1,10), P('Safety note: Refer promptly according to local protocol if there is severe acute illness, danger signs in a child, suspected abuse or violence, lack of safe water, unsafe housing, or inability to access urgent medical care.', 'Note')]

doc.build(story, onFirstPage=footer, onLaterPages=footer)
print(OUT)
Running Command

python "/tmp/workspace/family-field-visit-checklist/src/create_checklist.py" && ls -lh "/tmp/workspace/family-field-visit-checklist/output/Five_Week_Family_Field_Visit_Checklist.pdf"

Reading File
Editing File

~/family-field-visit-checklist/src/create_checklist.py

Successfully replaced 1 instance(s) of the string in '/tmp/workspace/family-field-visit-checklist/src/create_checklist.py'
Running Command

python "/tmp/workspace/family-field-visit-checklist/src/create_checklist.py" && ls -lh "/tmp/workspace/family-field-visit-checklist/output/Five_Week_Family_Field_Visit_Checklist.pdf"

Running Command

python -c "from pypdf import PdfReader; p='/tmp/workspace/family-field-visit-checklist/output/Five_Week_Family_Field_Visit_Checklist.pdf'; r=PdfReader(p); print('pages=',len(r.pages)); print('page1=',r.pages[0].extract_text()[:450].replace('\\n',' | ')); print('last=',r.pages[-1].extract_text()[-450:].replace('\\n',' | '))"

Created a printable 7-page PDF checklist for all five field-visit weeks. It includes family profile, medical history, nutrition and vaccination review, household hygiene, socioeconomic and healthcare access assessment, KAP questions, family health record, and final action plan.

Five Week Family Field Visit Checklist

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