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Physical exam: DTRs equal 2+ 4 upper and lower extremities. - Ash


Posted: Jun 20, 2010

Unsure how to correctly type the 2+ 4.  Does she mean 2+/4??  Thanks for helping.

Could be... - hr

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I have heard it as: DTRs are equal and 2+ for upper and lower extremities.

I agree - CAS

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DTRs are equal and 2+ for upper and lowers.


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