Notes in 02 PE Methods

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Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Hippocrates}}, father of modern medicine, emphasized the importance of observing
Published 07/30/2024 True or FalseIt is better to sugarcoat an unpleasant portion of a physical procedure to the patient{{c1::False, need to be honest with the patient and…
Published 07/30/2024 What is the second step in OSCE after introducing yourself to the patient?{{c1::Explain the “how” “why” and the “what” of the procedure}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Draping}} – practice of covering the patient with appropriate materials to ensure privacy and sometimes done to maintain a sterile environment
Published 07/30/2024 True or FalseFor the patient's sake, it is appropriate to give the full details of physical examination findings both pertinent negatives and positive…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Dorsal recumbent position}} - used best position for abdomninal examination of the patient since it relieves muscle tension of abdominal muscles
Published 07/30/2024 Lateral recumbent/decubitus position is used better used for {{c1::listening to heart sounds::which physical examination}}
Published 07/30/2024 Fowler's position is useful for assessing {{c1::respiratory}} and {{c1::cardiovascular}} systems
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Dorsal lithotomy position}} - default position in OB-GYN to examine pelvic area
Published 07/30/2024 Trendelenburg position is used when the patient is in a state of {{c1::shock}} or {{c1::low blood pressure}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Sim’s position}} - Used for rectal, perineal, and some pelvic
Published 07/30/2024 Enumerate the order of phyiscal exam utilized in most system{{c1::Inspection Palpation Percussion Auscultation::4}}
Published 07/30/2024 Enumerate the order of PE for abdominal exam {{c1::InspectionAuscultationPercussionPalpation::4}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Percusision}} - PE not used for cardiac exam since it has low sensitivity and specificity
Published 07/30/2024 True of FalseDuring inspection of patient, it is also important to take note of the patient's mood and behavior along with physical manifestations{{c1…
Published 07/30/2024 True or FalseWhen a patient elicits a response during palpation, this is considered a symptom rather than a sign {{c1::False, tenderness upon pal…
Published 07/30/2024 CBA. Areas of palpation using handApical impulse and precordial liftsA. Tips of fingersB. Distal palmar aspect of MCPC. Proximal palmar aspect of MCP&…
Published 07/30/2024 CBA. Areas of palpation using handHeaves in the precordial areaA. Tips of fingersB. Distal palmar aspect of MCPC. Proximal palmar aspect of MCP D…
Published 07/30/2024 CBA. Areas of palpation using handTactile fremitiA. Tips of fingersB. Distal palmar aspect of MCPC. Proximal palmar aspect of MCP D. Ulnar sideE.…
Published 07/30/2024 CBA. Areas of palpation using handAV fistula A. Tips of fingersB. Distal palmar aspect of MCPC. Proximal palmar aspect of MCP D. Ulnar sideE…
Published 07/30/2024 Method of palpation used in cases of obesity or muscular resistance to assess internal structures{{c1::Bimanual palpation}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Von Leopold Auenbrugger}}: a physician and also a musician/composer who discovered percussion as a tool for physical examination
Published 07/30/2024 VR. Percussion sound1. More dense structure2. Pitch of sound created upon percussion {{c1::A}}
Published 07/30/2024 Done to elicit tenderness {{c1::Fist percussion}}
Published 07/30/2024 CBA. Types of percussion sounds depending on structure Hyperinflated lung/Emphysema A. HyperresonantB. Tympany C. ResonantD. Dull …
Published 07/30/2024 CBA. Types of percussion sounds depending on structure Hollow Organs such as stomach and intestinesA. HyperresonantB. Tympany C. ResonantD. …
Published 07/30/2024 CBA. Types of percussion sounds depending on structure Normal lungsA. HyperresonantB. Tympany C. ResonantD. Dull E. Flat{{c1::C}}
Published 07/30/2024 CBA. Types of percussion sounds depending on structure Solid organs such as liver and spleenA. HyperresonantB. Tympany C. ResonantD. Dull&nb…
Published 07/30/2024 CBA. Types of percussion sounds depending on structure Muscle and BoneA. HyperresonantB. Tympany C. ResonantD. Dull E. Flat{{c1::E}}
Published 07/30/2024 True or FalseDipahragm part of stethoscope filters low pitch sounds , making it ideal for S1 and S2 heart sounds{{c1::True}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Bell}} - For lower pitch sounds (S3 and S4)
Published 07/30/2024 Stethoscope - Invented by a French physician, {{c1::Rene Laënnec}} in 1816.
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