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General Appearance & Signs of Conditions
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02/10/2013

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Term
What do the words "sthenic" and "-morphic" mean and what are their uses?
Definition
-Sthenic refers to strength and energy level
-The levels are asthenic, sthenic, and hypersthenic with hypersthenic being generally short and stout

-Morphic refers to the body type in terms of how "stretched out" the patient is
-Ectomorphic, mesomorphic, and endomorphic are the levels with endomorphic (inner-form) being short and round and more prone to obesity
Term
Cellulitis?
Definition
-Severe inflammation of dermal and subcutaneous layers of the skin from infection, often where the skin has previously been broken
-Will show redness and swelling
Term
Lymphangitis?
Definition
-Visible spread of infection through lymphatic channels (such as a red streak spreading upwards from hand)
Term
Kyphosis?
Definition
-Over-curvature of the thoracic spine, giving a hunch-back
Term
Herpes zoster?
Definition
-Shingles
Term
Ascites?
Definition
-Fluid in peritoneal cavity giving a big belly usually from some type of liver disease
-Treat with paracentesis
Term
What sitting position is often assumed in COPD patients?
Definition
-Tripod position; lean forward putting hands on knees to maximize respiratory mechanics
Term
What do we commonly associate with clubbing?
Definition
-COPD, cystic fibrosis, hypoxia and a bunch of others
-In general, from lung problems, or tissue perfusion problems
Term
What is the Boutonniere deformity?
Definition
-PIP joint is permanently flexed while DIP joint is permanently hyperextended
-Often seen in rheumatoid arthritis
Term
Onychomycosis?
Definition
-Common fungal infection of the nail
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