Abdominal Examination Protocol – Clinical Guide to Systematic Physical Assessment (2024) Unknown Clinician

Description

A detailed, structured guide for performing a complete abdominal examination. The procedure covers preparation, general inspection, specific checks of the hands, head, neck, and torso for systemic signs (e.g., jaundice, palmar erythema, spider naevi), and precise techniques for superficial and deep palpation. It includes methods for assessing the liver, spleen, and kidneys, noting key diagnostic clues such as Murphy’s sign, Rovsing’s sign, and indications of portal hypertension or peritonitis.