Assessment of the patient's extremities reveals the absence of bluish discoloration (cyanosis), enlargement of the fingertips (clubbing), and swelling (peripheral edema).
This phrase is used to document a normal finding during the physical examination of a patient's extremities, specifically excluding common signs of circulatory or respiratory issues.
"Extremities: Examination shows no cyanosis, clubbing, or peripheral edema."
Used in documenting the absence of specific findings related to the extremities.
Common questions about using medical phrases in clinical documentation