You are palpating the abdomen and feel a small mass. Which of the following would you do next?
A) Ultrasound
B) Examination with the abdominal muscles tensed
C) Surgery referral
D) Determine size by percussion
B) Examination with the abdominal muscles tensed
It is easy to determine whether the mass is actually in the abdominal wall versus in the abdomen by palpating with the abdominal wall tensed. This can be accomplished by having the patient lift her head off the bed while supine. Usually, abdominal wall masses can be observed, whereas intra-abdominal masses are more concerning.
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