A 52-year-old female with cirrhosis has returned for an urgent follow-up visit concerning new weight gain and swelling in her abdomen. Which of the following physical exam techniques is most helpful in identifying ascites? Answers: A - D A Palpation for suprapubic masses on supine patient B Percussion from the area of distal tympany to the area of dullness on a suspine patient C Inspection for jaundice and striae D Percussion from the area of central tympany to the area of dullness on a supine patient

A 52-year-old female with cirrhosis has returned for an urgent follow-up visit concerning new weight gain and swelling in her abdomen. Which of the following physical exam techniques is most helpful in identifying ascites? Answers: A - D A Palpation for suprapubic masses on supine patient B Percussion from the area of distal tympany to the area of dullness on a suspine patient C Inspection for jaundice and striae D Percussion from the area of central tympany to the area of dullness on a supine patient

Microbiology for Surgical Technologists (MindTap Course List)

2nd Edition

ISBN:9781111306663

Author:Margaret Rodriguez, Paul Price

Publisher:Margaret Rodriguez, Paul Price

Chapter15: Gram-negative Cocci And Spirochetes

Section: Chapter Questions

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