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The Neck (Examination (Inspect: Scars, Sinuses, Masses (Neck
Look very…
The Neck
Examination
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Inspect: Scars, Sinuses, Masses
Neck
Look very carefully for scars: collar incision
Look for masses: which triangle?
Does mass move on swallowing or tongue protrusion?
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Palpate
Best from behind the pt.
Palpate while pt. swallowing and protruding tongue
Assess for lymphadenopathy
Tracheal deviation
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If no obvious masses / skin lesions
Check neck pulses and listen for bruits
Test sensation and neck movements
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Hx
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Continued Symptoms
What symptoms does it cause: e.g. pain?
How has it changed?
Have you noticed other lumps?
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