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Physical Examination
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Definition
: Systematic and thorough inspection of the patient for physical signs of disease or abnormality.
NEUROLOGIC EXAMINATION is also available; DF: PHYSICAL EXAM
Examples
Anthropometry
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Apgar Score
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Auscultation
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Blood Pressure Determination
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Body Constitution
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Facial Expression
;
Facies
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Gait
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Gynecological Examination
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Metabolic Equivalent
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Muscle Strength
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Neurologic Examination
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Palpation
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Percussion
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Pigmentation
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Pulse
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Range of Motion, Articular
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Self-Examination
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Vital Signs
Other names
Physical Examinations; Examinations, Physical; Physical Examinations and Diagnoses; Examination, Physical