Abdomen Final Exam Flashcards
1
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Order of steps
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neuro respiratory general cardio general inspect the abdomen auscultate the abdomen percuss the abdomen palpate the abdomen general musculoskeletal additional tests, related to musculoskeletal closure
2
Q
inspect the abdomen
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contour of abdomen symmetry color and condition pulsations or movement umbilicus state of hydration and nutrition persons facial expression and position in bed
3
Q
auscultate the abdomen
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bowel sounds
vascular sounds
4
Q
percuss the abdomen
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percuss in all 4 quadrants
percuss borders of liver span
percuss spleen
no ascites suspected
5
Q
palpate the abdomen
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light palpation in all 4 quadrants muscle wall tenderness enlarged organs masses deep palpation in all 4 quadrants masses contour of liver spleen kidneys aorta rebound tenderness cva tenderness
6
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general
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bowel habits, last bm
urinary pattern, difficulties, elimination
