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Abdomen Examination
PD notes from July 7, 2012
Question | Answer |
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How can you enhance your abdominal examination? | To wash your hands before greeting and warm up hands and stethoscope. |
What are the four steps for the abdomen exam? | 1)inspection 2) auscilation 3) percussion 4) palpation |
what to look for during inspection? | shape and size of the abdomen. Is the patient comfortable? Does the abdomen move with each breath? Describe the shape of the abdomen. |
Position for patient during abdomen examination? | Supine position. |
What two things must you do before the exam begins? | Wash your hands and warm your stethoscope. |
What landmarks are used to construct the midline? | Chin to symphysis pubis. |
After greeting the patient, what is the first question to ask before the exam? Show me where the pain is and why? To avoid guarding by the patient. |