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A "Self-Sustaining Foreign Operation" Refers To

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A "self-sustaining foreign operation" refers to:


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Rib Margin

The lower edge or boundary of the rib cage, which can be palpated during a physical examination to assess for enlargement or tenderness.

Pubic Bone

The pubic bone is part of the pelvis and is located at the front of the pelvic girdle, playing a key role in supporting the lower abdomen.

Hyperresonance

An abnormal loud sound heard over a hyperinflated area during percussion, indicative of conditions like emphysema.

Tympany

A medical term referring to a hollow, drum-like sound produced during percussion of a body part, often indicative of air in the abdominal cavity.

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