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Bp and physical exam
vital/ bio metrics
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Blood pressure | the measurement of the amount of force exerted by the blood on the peripheral arterial walls. |
| Anthropometric | Comparative measurements of the body : length, height, weight, BMI . |
| Inspection exam | Focusing on the general appearance, nutrition, body habitus( build),symmetry, posture, gait, and speech of patient. |
| Palpation | Touch based exam to determine the characteristics of the organ system. |
| Percussion | Exam involving tapping or striking body to determine position, size, and density of organ or tissue. |
| Auscultation | Exam involving listening to sounds producedMensuration by organs such as heart, lungs, and abdomen. |
| Mensuration | To measure |