In the Diagram Above Place an "X" in the Area

question 36

Essay

In the diagram above place an "X" in the area that would be palpated to diagnose an inguinal hernia.

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Definitions:

Mons Pubis

A rounded mass of fatty tissue found over the pubic bone of adult females, becoming more prominent after puberty.

Clitoris

An erectile organ in the female reproductive system, sensitive to sexual arousal and pleasure.

Follicular Phase

Time between the end of menses and ovulation, characterized by rapid division of endometrial cells and development of follicles in the ovary; also called proliferative phase.

Ovarian Cycle

Series of events that occur in a regular fashion in the ovaries of sexually mature, nonpregnant females; results in ovulation and the production of the hormones estrogen and progesterone.