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what is the order of the abdominal exam
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inspection
ascultation percusion palpation |
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when inspecting what are the abnormal contours
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flat
scaphoid rounded protuberent distended |
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what part of the stethoscope do you use to auscultate and how long does it take to declare pt has no bowel sounds
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use diaphragm
takes 5 mins |
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what is the normal size of the liver
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6-12 cm
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when palpating you should note masses/densities in terms of
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location
tenderness size consistency fixed vs mobile movement with respiration |
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when palpating superficial masses ask the patient to life their head. what does it mean if the mass disappears or is exacerbated
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disappearance = intraperitoneal mass
exacerbation = mass w/in or superior to musculature |
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where are the liver and spleen located
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liver = RUQ
spleen = LUQ |
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what is rebound tenderness
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occurs after palpation when you remove your hand and pt immediately feels pain
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