Face Flashcards
1
Q
Overall appearance of face
A
Facial symmetry
Colour
Hair distribution
2
Q
Ears
A
Inspect for shape and localised swelling
Gouty tophi (bumps on ears)
3
Q
Eyes
A
Unequal pupils
Examine conjunctivae
4
Q
Lips
A
Note colour Angular stomatitis (redness and skin cracks at sides of lips)
5
Q
Buccal mucosa (lining of cheeks)
A
Use pen torch to visualise any ulceration or pigmentation
6
Q
Tonsilis
A
May need a wooden spatula to depress tounge
7
Q
Tongue
A
Abnormal colour
Surface texture
Degree of moistness