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palpate Zoology of, relating to, or possessing a palp or palps How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Begin at the top of the manubrium at the jugular notch and palpate inferiorly until the angle of Louis is felt. A person interested in natural living, for example, might choose to have her midwife palpate her abdomen to determine the baby's size and age rather than opt for an intervention such as ultrasound. Palpate one inch below the antecubital fossa (crease in elbow) to locate the brachial artery pulse found on the inside of the forearm. |
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