Physical exam Flashcards
1
Q
What counts as objective information
A
information given by the healthcare providers observations (what they saw, heard, felt, or smelled) as well as diagnostic tests (vital signs, lab results, or imaging)
2
Q
Anterior
A
front
3
Q
Prosterior
A
back
4
Q
Proximan
A
Near point of attachment
5
Q
Distal
A
Far from point of attachment
6
Q
Medial
A
Near midline
7
Q
Lateral
A
Far from midline
8
Q
Superior
A
Above
9
Q
Inferior
A
Below
10
Q
Focal
A
One area
11
Q
Diffuse
A
Widespread
12
Q
Palmar
A
Palm of the hand
13
Q
Plantar
A
Sole of the foot
14
Q
Superficial vs deep
A
top layers of skin vs a deep cut
15
Q
What body system does this group of symptoms belong in?
distress level, general appearance, smell
A
Constitutional