palpation

What to Look for During Palpation?

During palpation, healthcare providers look for:
- Masses or Lumps: Any abnormal growths or swellings.
- Tenderness: Areas where the child feels pain upon touch.
- Texture and Firmness: Checking if an organ or tissue is harder or softer than it should be.
- Temperature: Noting any areas that are warmer or cooler than the surrounding skin.
- Fluid Accumulation: Detecting any excess fluid under the skin or around organs.

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