Physical Examination And Special Tests

Question 1

What is involved in the examination process?

Answer 1

1. General survey
2. Preliminary exam
3. System specific exam
4. Special tests

Question 2

What are the common presenting concerns?

Answer 2

1. Pain
2. Fatigue & weakness
3. Fever, chills & night sweats
4. Rapid unexplained weight changes

Question 3

What is involved in the preliminary examination?

Answer 3

Height/weight/BMI

CAJCOLD

Question 4

What does CAJCOLD stand for

Answer 4

C cyanosis 
A anemia 
J jaundice
C clubbing 
O odema 
L lyphadenopathy
D dehydration