Glossary / Lexicon
Physical Examination
Physical Examination refers to the inspection and examination of patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical Physical Examination includes:
1. inspection (looking at the body)
2. palpation (feeling the body with hands)
3. auscultation (listening to sounds)
4. percussion (producing sounds)
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