Fundamentals of Palpation
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Which tissue is the largest organ in the body?

  • Ligament
  • Muscle
  • Bone
  • Skin (correct)
  • Which characteristic helps distinguish muscle tissue from other structures?

  • Thin and flat feel
  • Solid and rigid state
  • Taut tubular shape
  • Striated texture (correct)
  • Which tissue connects bones together to form a joint?

  • Muscle
  • Tendon
  • Skin
  • Ligament (correct)
  • Which tissue is composed of dense connective tissue?

    <p>Tendon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tissue has a solid feel and creates the framework for muscles and ligaments?

    <p>Bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is usually found deep to muscles or ligaments?

    <p>Bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tissue has a soft, malleable feel when relaxed and a firm, solid quality when contracted?

    <p>Muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tissue is connected to the superficial fascia?

    <p>Skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tissue attaches muscle to bone?

    <p>Ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tissue has a thickness and flexibility that vary throughout the body?

    <p>Skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the term 'palpation' as used in the text?

    <p>To explore or examine through touch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of 'locating a structure' during palpation?

    <p>To differentiate it from other structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to 'assess quality and condition' during palpation?

    <p>To determine how to treat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for palpating small structures?

    <p>Use 1-2 fingers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for palpating large structures?

    <p>Use the whole hand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the statement 'less is more' in palpation?

    <p>Fingers should sink into the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to move slowly during palpation?

    <p>To assess movement/contraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach when assessing movement or contraction during palpation?

    <p>Keep fingers still and move structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suggested technique for increasing awareness during palpation?

    <p>Close your eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspects should be paid attention to during palpation?

    <p>Size, shape, texture, temperature, tone, density, length, thickness</p> Signup and view all the answers

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