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Assessment Terms
Term | Definition |
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Inspection | observation of one or more areas of the body |
Auscultation | use of a stethoscope to listen to sounds in the body |
Palpation | pressure on the skin above internal organs or structures to check for abnormalities |
Percussion | tapping areas on the body to produce a vibrating sound |
Olfaction | use of the sense of smell to detect abnormalities |
Diagnostic Testing | use of tests to help diagnose a condition or disease |