The Abdominal Exam - Evidence-Based Core Techniques for Adult Physical Exams

Explore a comprehensive 19-minute video tutorial on conducting an evidence-based abdominal examination for adult patients during routine physical exams. Learn about proper patient positioning, inspection techniques, palpation methods, and how to accurately document findings. Gain insights into anatomy review, splenomegaly assessment, and abdominal aortic aneurysm detection. Benefit from references to authoritative medical literature and enhance your skills in performing and documenting thorough abdominal examinations.

@ Introduction
@ Anatomy Review
@ Positioning of the Patient
@ Inspection
@ Palpation
@ Documentation of the abdominal exam
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