Chapter 20: Physical Examination Chapter 24: Pediatric Examination
Chapter 20: Physical
Examination Chapter 24:
Pediatric Examination
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, Chapter 20: Physical Examination Chapter 24: Pediatric Examination
1. Audiometer: An instrument used to measure hearing
2. Auscultation: The process of listening to the
sounds produced within the body to detect signs of
disease
3. Bariatrics: The branch of medicine that deals with the treatment and control
of obesity and diseases associated with obesity
4. Body mechanics: Utilization of the correct muscles to maintain proper
balance, poster, and body alignment to accomplish a task safely and efficiently
without undue strain on any muscle or joint
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Chapter 20: Physical
Examination Chapter 24:
Pediatric Examination
1/7
, Chapter 20: Physical Examination Chapter 24: Pediatric Examination
1. Audiometer: An instrument used to measure hearing
2. Auscultation: The process of listening to the
sounds produced within the body to detect signs of
disease
3. Bariatrics: The branch of medicine that deals with the treatment and control
of obesity and diseases associated with obesity
4. Body mechanics: Utilization of the correct muscles to maintain proper
balance, poster, and body alignment to accomplish a task safely and efficiently
without undue strain on any muscle or joint
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