LESSON ASSIGNMENT
LESSON 2
Physical Assessment of the Digestive System.
LESSON ASSIGNMENT
Paragraphs 2-1 through 2-5.
LESSON OBJECTIVES
After completing this lesson, you should be able to:
2-1.
Identify the factors for consideration in the
patient history-taking process.
2-2.
Identify the physical assessment techniques to
be followed when conducting a physical
assessment of the mouth and pharynx.
2-3.
Identify the anatomical landmarks and quadrants
of the abdomen.
2-4.
Identify the techniques used in an abdominal
examination and the order of the techniques.
2-5.
Identify abnormalities which may be found
during an examination of the abdomen.
2-6.
Identify the physical assessment techniques to
be followed when conducting a physical
assessment of the rectal area.
SUGGESTION
After completing the assignment, complete the
exercises of this lesson. These exercises will help you
to achieve the lesson objectives.
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