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respiratory
General assessment
During the general examination, look particularly for the following:
Clubbing:
Pallor:
Cyanosis:
Make sure you are aware of the
significance
of findings!
Contents:
Examination techniques and practice
Getting your patient into the right position
General assessment
Assessing respiration
Assessing chest expansion by inspection
Assessing chest expansion by palpation
Assess the position of the trachea
Percussion
Auscultation
Reporting your findings