Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Physical Examination

Systematic and thorough inspection of the patient for physical signs of disease or abnormality.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Systematic and thorough inspection of the patient for physical signs of disease or abnormality.

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8 entry terms
  • Examination, Physical
  • Physical Exam
  • Exam, Physical
  • Examinations, Physical
  • Exams, Physical
  • Physical Examinations
  • Physical Exams
  • Physical Examinations and Diagnoses

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Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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NEUROLOGIC EXAMINATION is also available

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  1. E01w.370.600w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Physical Examination. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D010808. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D010808
  2. Physical Examination. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Physical_examination
  3. Physical Examination. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q835153