When percussing a spleen, Traube's space is a:
A) semilunar region.
B) splenic percussion sign.
C) left-sided pleural effusion.
D) solid mass.

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Percussion of the spleen is more difficult because percussion tones elicited may be caused by other conditions. Traube's space is a semilunar region defined by the sixth ribs superiorly, the midaxillary line laterally, and the left costal margin inferiorly.

When Percussing a Spleen, Traube's Space Is A