Inspection
Inspection (Medicine)
Inspection (pronounced: in-spek-shun) is a fundamental part of the physical examination in medicine. It is the initial stage where the healthcare provider observes the patient for any potential abnormalities.
Etymology
The term 'Inspection' is derived from the Latin word 'inspectio', which means 'to look at' or 'to view'.
Process
During an inspection, the healthcare provider uses their eyes to look for changes in skin color, swelling, rashes, lesions, or any other visible signs of disease. This can include the inspection of the skin, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, throat, limbs, and torso. The patient's behavior, facial expressions, odors, and movements may also be observed as part of the inspection process.
Related Terms
- Palpation: This is the next step after inspection in a physical examination. The healthcare provider uses their hands to feel the body for any abnormalities.
- Percussion: This is a diagnostic technique used to tap on the body to determine underlying structures.
- Auscultation: This involves listening to the sounds of the body, typically using a stethoscope.
- Physical examination: This is a comprehensive examination of a patient using inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inspection
- Wikipedia's article - Inspection
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