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DVBCWP2 ;ALB/CMM POW, GENERAL WKS TEXT - 2 ; 7 MARCH 1997
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;; 12. BREAST: Comment on any masses palpated in breast parenchyma
;; including axillary tail. Comment on any skin abnormalities.
;; Comment on any discharge from nipples.
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;; 13. CARDIOVASCULAR: Record pulse, heart sounds, abnormalities
;; (i.e., arrhythmias, murmurs, etc.), and status of peripheral
;; vessels. Note edema. Describe varicose veins including
;; location, size, extent, ulcers, scars, and competency of deep
;; circulation. Examine for evidence of residuals of frostbite
;; when indicated. See cold injuries examination worksheet.
;; (NOTE: Cardiovascular signs and symptoms should be graded
;; using NYHA scale.)
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;; 14. ABDOMEN: Inspection, auscultation, palpation, percussion. If
;; abnormal, describe (i.e., abdominal enlargement, masses,
;; tenderness, etc.).
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;; 15. GENITAL/RECTAL (MALE): Inspection and palpation of penis,
;; testicles, epididymis, and spermatic cord. (If hernia,
;; describe type, location, size, whether complete, reducible,
;; recurrent, supported by truss or belt, and whether or not
;; operable). Inspection of anus for fissures, hemorrhoids,
;; ulcerations, etc., and digital exam of rectal walls, and
;; prostate.
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;; 16. GENITAL/RECTAL (FEMALE): Pelvic exam should include inspection
;; of introitus, vagina, and cervix, palpation of labia, vagina,
;; cervix, uterus, adnexa, and ovaries. Inspection of anus for
;; fissures, hemorrhoids, ulcerations, etc., and digital exam of
;; rectal walls. Any severe abnormalities may be referred to a
;; specialist.
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;; 17. MUSCULOSKELETAL: For joint or muscle defects, describe location,
;; swelling, atrophy, tenderness, active and passive motion in
;; degrees using a goniometer, angle of fixation, fracture,
;; fibrous or bony residual, and mechanical aids used by veteran.
;; Provide an assessment of the effect on range of motion and
;; joint function of pain, weakness, fatigue, or incoordination
;; following repetitive use or during flare-ups. (See the
;; appropriate worksheet for more detail.) If foot problems
;; exist, perform above exam and also include objective evidence
;; of pain at rest and on manipulation, rigidity, spasm,
;; circulatory disturbance, swelling, callus, loss of strength,
;; mobility of ankles and feet, and whether acquired or congenital.
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;; 18. ENDOCRINE: Describe disease of thyroid, pituitary, adrenals,
;; gonads, other body systems affected, etc.
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;; 19. NEUROLOGICAL: Cerebrum - orientation and memory. Cerebellum -
;; gait, stance, coordination. Spinal Cord - deep tendon reflexes,
;; pain, touch, temperature, vibration, position. Cranial
;; nerves - I-XII. If abnormalities are found, describe region
;; of CNS affected.
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;; 20. PSYCHIATRIC: Describe behavior, comprehension, coherence of
;; response, emotional reaction, signs of tension and response to
;; social and occupational capacity. State whether the veteran
;; is capable of managing his or her benefit payments in his or
;; her own best interest without restriction. (A physical
;; disability which prevents the veteran from attending to
;; financial matters in person is not a proper basis for a finding
;; of incompetency unless the veteran is, by reason of that
;; disability, incapable of directing someone else in handling
;; the individual's financial affairs.)
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;;D. Diagnostic And Clinical Tests:
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;; 1. As indicated - e.g., parasite studies, X-rays of joints, etc.
;; 2. Include results of all diagnostic and clinical tests conducted
;; in the examination report.
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;;E. Diagnosis:
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;;1. Complete, review and comment on all laboratory and diagnostic tests.
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;;2. Provide diagnoses.
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;;3. Where some evidence indicates the disability may not have been
;; incurred in service, please provide an opinion as to whether
;; the disease or injury was at least as likely as not incurred
;; in service. Please base your opinion on sound medical reasoning
;; and complete consideration of all the evidence of record.
;; Please discuss your reasoning and the evidence you considered in
;; formulating your opinion.
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;;Signature: Date:
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;;END