MEDICAL
PELVIS CAVITY
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Question
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Some veins are ____, meaning they are further away from the surface and difficult to palpate (feel).
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superior
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inferior
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deep
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superficial
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Deep palpation is used to identify normal structures and masses, and assess for tenderness. During deep palpation, you will press 1.5-2.0 inches into the patient’s abdomen. In the patient with obesity, you may not be able to feel the abdominal organs.
Detailed explanation-2: -Deep palpation is used to feel internal organs and masses. You use the front of your fingers to firmly press down into the area of the body about 4 to 5 centimeters, then lift your fingers off the body and move to the next nearby area. This helps identify the size, shape, tenderness, symmetry and mobility.
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