How do you palpate the uterus externally?
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How do you palpate the uterus externally?
Your doctor will insert two lubricated, gloved fingers into your vagina with one hand, while the other hand presses gently on the outside of your lower abdomen. During this part of the exam, your doctor will check the size and shape of your uterus and ovaries, noting any tender areas or unusual growths.
How do you know where your uterus is?
Your body position should allow you to easily reach your cervix. That may be sitting on the toilet, putting one leg up on the edge of the bathtub, or squatting. Reach your finger inside of your vagina. Use the index or middle finger and slowly slide your finger in as far as you can reach, in sort of an upward motion.
What is the correct position for a pelvic exam?
The dorsal lithotomy position is generally used for pelvic exams, because it provides for good access to pelvis while inspecting the vulva, inserting a vaginal speculum, and performing a bimanual exam. Because of illness or injury, some individuals cannot be examined in the conventional dorsal lithotomy position.
Is the uterus palpable?
The uterus is usually palpable when the abdominal fingers are just above the symphysis. However, large masses can be missed unless the palpation begins at the umbilicus and moves downward. It is not always possible to palpate the uterus or the ovaries in patients who are obese.
Can I palpate my own uterus?
The uterus is usually palpated as a pear-shaped organ in the midline and anterior. It may be lifted with the vaginal fingers for greater ease of palpation. Ordinarily it is firm, smooth, movable, and nontender. Notations should be made of any abnormality in its size, shape, symmetry, consistency, or mobility.
How do you feel your uterus?
To feel the uterus, have the mother lie on her back with some support under her head and knees. Explain to her what you are going to do (and why) before you begin touching her abdomen. Your touch should be firm but gentle.
Where is uterus located right or left?
The uterus is neither on the right side of the body nor the left. It is in the middle, or midline. Attached to the right and left sides of the uterus is a fallopian tube and ovary.
How do you perform a pelvic palpation?
Method Of Exam
- Technique. Place your other hand midway between the umbilicus and the symphysis pubis and press downward toward the pelvic hand. Using the palmar surface of your fingers, palpate for the uterine fundus while gently pushing the cervix anteriorly with the pelvic hand.
- Feel the uterus and note. Size. Position.
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