physical examination

Noun

Meaning

physical examination (plural physical examinations)

(medicine) The examination of the patient's body with the use of such methods as inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation.

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Synonyms

physical checkup exam biopsy tonicity clinical examination

Examples

After DiMaggio passed a physical examination in November, the Yankees purchased his contract for $50,000 citation and five players. Source: Internet

A physical examination confirms the presence of the swollen glands. Source: Internet

An initial assessment includes a comprehensive history and physical examination by a physician, psychiatrist, psychiatric nurse practitioner or psychiatric physician assistant. Source: Internet

A physical examination and the patient's medical history will help the doctor determine the type of muscular dystrophy. Source: Internet

Based on the medical history, symptoms, hereditary risk factors, physical examination and diagnostic tests are required to confirm the condition. Source: Internet

Careful identification of the cause with the aid of patient history, physical examination, swabs and cultures, and biopsy are essential in order to determine the proper treatment. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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