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Examination Flashcards

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4 domains of exam

A

Inspection
Describing
Palpate
Systematic check

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Inspection

What is there are multiple lesions

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Site and no of lesion

If multiple, look at pattern of distribution and configuration

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Describe - mnemonic SCAM

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Size (widest diameter) and Shape
Colour
Associated secondary change
Morphology (other things) and margin

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What if lesion is pigmented?

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ABCD used

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Pigmented lesion - ABCD and what would increase suspicion of melanoma

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Asymmetry (lack of mirror image)

Border - irregular

Colour - 2 or more within lesion

Diameter - >6cm

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Palpate

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Surface
Consistency 
Mobility 
Tenderness 
Temperature
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Systematic check - what else needs to be checked

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Nails
Scalp
Hair
Mucous membranes

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DERMATOLOGY (24 decks)

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