5 Questions
Percussion of the diaphragm is performed to identify its boundaries and quality of the percussion note.
False
The descent of the diaphragm or diaphragmatic excursion is identified during percussion.
True
Percussion is performed from the base to the apex of the thorax.
False
The level of diaphragmatic dullness is determined by percussing upward in progressive steps until dullness clearly replaces resonance.
False
Percussion is used to identify the resonant lung tissues and the other structures below the diaphragm.
True
Test your knowledge of percussion notes in clinical examination with this quiz. Practice identifying abnormal percussion notes and learn the proper technique for percussing the thorax in a ladder-like pattern.
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