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A palpable vibration, as felt by the hand placed on the chest during coughing or speaking.
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Fremitus
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Relating to or forming the wall of a body part, organ, or cavity.
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Parietal
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The projection of skin-covered cartilage in front of the meatus of the external ear.
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Tragus
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The gum; the mucous membrane, with supporting fibrous tissue, covering the tooth-bearing border of the jaw.
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Gingiva
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Inflammation of the tongue.
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Glossitis
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Inflammation of the parotid salivary gland.
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Parotitis
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The accumulation of foul matter (food, microorganisms, and epithlial elements) on the teeth and gums.
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Sordes
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The area of the chest overlying the heart.
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Precordium
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Often used interchangeably, with heave, refers to a rising along the sternal border with each heartbeat.
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Lift
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the extreme curvature of the upper back also known as a hunchback.
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Kyphosis
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A blowing or swishing sound.
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Bruit
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Frequently accompanies a bruit. It is a vibrating sensation like the purring of a cat or water running through a hose. It too indicates turbulent blood flow due to arterial obstruction
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Thrill
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The part of the body comprising the epigastrium and anterior surface of the lower thorax.
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Precordium
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The upper middle region of the abdomen.
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Epigastrium
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What part of the Head to Toe assessment may be delegated to a UAP?
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No part is delegated to a UAP; However, any aspects observed during usual care may be recorded. Abnormal findings must be validated and interpreted by the nurse
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A narrow connection between two larger bodies or parts.
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Isthmus
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Overactivity or irritability of the vagus nerve, adversely affecting function of the blood vessels, stomach, and muscles
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Vagotonia
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A plural of apex. The highest point; the apex or summit.
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Apices
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The musculomembranous partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities and serving as a major muscle aiding inhalation.
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Diaphram
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The entrance or outlet of any body cavity.
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Orifice
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