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Inspection

Definition

In medical terms, "inspection" means to look at the person or body part. It is the first step in a physical exam.

References

Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary. 24th ed. Inspection. Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis Company; 2021. www.tabers.com/tabersonline/view/Tabers-Dictionary/762104/0/inspection?q=Inspection. Accessed June 15, 2023.