You are examining a 55-year-old female patient with a history of alcohol abuse.She complains of anorexia,nausea,pruritus,and weight loss over the last month.On physical examination,you note yellow hue of the skin and sclera.Which of the following physical examination techniques is most important?

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The scratch test is the most important physical examination technique in this case because it can help to diagnose pruritus, which is a common symptom of alcohol abuse.

You Are Examining a 55-Year-Old Female Patient with a History