Physical Examination Basic Voc Flashcards

1
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A subjective indication of injury or disease.

A

Symptom

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An objective indication of injury or disease.

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Sign

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A connective tissue that joins two or more bones, cartilages, or other connective tissue structures. It is derived from the Latin word ligamentum, meaning a ‘band or bandage.

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Ligament

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4
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The rhythmic, palpable expansion of an artery. The pulse rate is a direct measure of heart rate. The strength of a pulse is measured from 0 (absent) to 4 (bounding).

A

Pulse

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5
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Any enlargement of an object.

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Swelling

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6
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Accumulation of excess fluid in a body cavity or tissue. Derived from the Latin word effusio, meaning ‘an outpouring.’

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Effusion

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7
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A complex cellular and physiological response to injury, invasion by pathogen, or chemical insult. The classic signs, including rubor (redness), calor (warmth), tumor (swelling), and dolor (pain) were described by Roman physician Celsus (30 BCE – 30 CE).

A

Inflammation

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8
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Accumulation of excess synovial fluid within a joint cavity.

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Joint effusion

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9
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Deviation of a limb segment away from the midline.

A

Valgus deviation

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10
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Deviation of a limb segment toward the midline.

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Varus deviation

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11
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A test of the integrity of the ACL. In a positive test, the physician can draw the tibia anteriorly relative to the femur.

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Lachman test

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12
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The ability of a muscle to generate force and accomplish work. Graded on a scale of 0 (no contraction) to 5 (normal contraction).

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Muscle strength

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13
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Indicates loss of integrity of the posterior crucial ligament.

A

Posterior drawer sign

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14
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When the knee is flexed, the tibia drops posteriorly relative to the femur.

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Posterior sag sign

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