There are four primary techniques used in abdominal palpation:
Light Palpation: Involves gently pressing the abdominal wall to assess for tenderness and surface abnormalities. Deep Palpation: Applies more pressure to feel deeper structures and organs, such as the liver, kidneys, and spleen. Bimanual Palpation: Uses both hands to assess organs more effectively, especially useful for obese patients. Ballottement: A technique used to detect floating structures within the abdomen, such as an enlarged kidney.
