Physical Assessment Flashcards
1
Q
Physical assessment techniques
A
Inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation
2
Q
Light palpation is
A
<1/2 inch
3
Q
Deep palpation is..
A
> 1/2 inch
4
Q
Ballotttement
A
Used for partially free-floating objects
5
Q
Balls and ulnar surface of the hands are best for palpating…
A
Vibrations
6
Q
Supine
A
Laying on back
7
Q
Fowler’s
A
45-60 degrees
8
Q
Semi Fowler’s
A
30 degrees
9
Q
High Fowler’s
A
> 80 degrees
10
Q
Dorsal recumbent
A
Laying on back with knees up
11
Q
Sims
A
Side lying with knee tucked up
12
Q
Prone
A
On stomach
13
Q
Left lateral recumbent
A
On left side
14
Q
Knee chest
A
get ready
