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Which of the following muscles is NOT part of the abdominal wall?
Which of the following muscles is NOT part of the abdominal wall?
- Levator ani (correct)
- Internal oblique
- External oblique
- Transversus abdominis
The right upper quadrant (RUQ) of the abdomen contains which of the following organs?
The right upper quadrant (RUQ) of the abdomen contains which of the following organs?
- Liver (correct)
- Sigmoid colon
- Spleen
- Appendix
Which surface landmark is used to locate the base of the appendix?
Which surface landmark is used to locate the base of the appendix?
- Iliac crest
- Xiphoid process
- McBurney's point (correct)
- Pubic tubercle
During abdominal percussion, a hollow, drum-like sound is typically heard over which of the following?
During abdominal percussion, a hollow, drum-like sound is typically heard over which of the following?
Which of the following best describes the location of the kidneys?
Which of the following best describes the location of the kidneys?
Where does the abdomen blend with the pelvic cavity?
Where does the abdomen blend with the pelvic cavity?
Which of the following is a midline fibrous band in the anterior abdominal wall?
Which of the following is a midline fibrous band in the anterior abdominal wall?
If a patient reports pain in the left shoulder, which organ might be the source of referred pain?
If a patient reports pain in the left shoulder, which organ might be the source of referred pain?
Tenderness upon palpation in the hypogastric is most likely associated with pathology of what organ?
Tenderness upon palpation in the hypogastric is most likely associated with pathology of what organ?
When percussing the abdomen, what sound would you expect to hear over the liver?
When percussing the abdomen, what sound would you expect to hear over the liver?
During an abdominal examination, you locate a bony projection at the anterior end of the iliac crest. What is this landmark called?
During an abdominal examination, you locate a bony projection at the anterior end of the iliac crest. What is this landmark called?
Which abdominal muscle plays a crucial role in respiration, posture, and movement?
Which abdominal muscle plays a crucial role in respiration, posture, and movement?
Where is the costovertebral angle (CVA) located, and what organ's inflammation might tenderness in this area indicate?
Where is the costovertebral angle (CVA) located, and what organ's inflammation might tenderness in this area indicate?
A fibrous band running from the ASIS to the pubic tubercle is called what?
A fibrous band running from the ASIS to the pubic tubercle is called what?
In which direction would referred pain from the pancreas typically present?
In which direction would referred pain from the pancreas typically present?
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Abdomen
Abdomen
Area of trunk between thorax and pelvis, separated from thorax by the diaphragm.
Abdominal Wall
Abdominal Wall
Multi-layered structure enclosing the abdominal cavity, crucial for protection, respiration, posture, and movement.
Abdominal Quadrants
Abdominal Quadrants
RUQ, LUQ, RLQ, LLQ; useful for describing pain location.
Xiphoid Process
Xiphoid Process
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Costal Margin
Costal Margin
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Iliac Crest
Iliac Crest
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Anterior Superior Iliac Spine (ASIS)
Anterior Superior Iliac Spine (ASIS)
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Pubic Tubercle
Pubic Tubercle
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Inguinal Ligament
Inguinal Ligament
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Linea Alba
Linea Alba
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Umbilicus
Umbilicus
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Palpation
Palpation
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Auscultation
Auscultation
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Percussion
Percussion
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McBurney's Point
McBurney's Point
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Description
An overview of the anatomy of the abdomen, which sits between the thorax and pelvis. It highlights the abdominal wall's layers and muscles, including the external oblique and rectus abdominis. Also, it describes the division of the abdomen into nine distinct regions.
