As with palpation, make sure your hands are warm before you begin percussion. Start at the back and check each side to compare the quality of the sensation. It is key to keep the wrist loose and the ...

Checklist of six items to consider during your annual physical exam. 1.) Does your physician allow 45-60 minutes for your examination? A thorough annual physical allows an initial 15-20 minutes for ...

Because both pleural effusion and consolidation produce dullness, percuss just above the dullness, preferably using the light pat technique. The following clues each indicate that the presence of a ...