When medical students are learning, there are a few important things to pay attention to during physical exams. These details can really help them get better at their skills. Here’s a simple breakdown:

1. Vital Signs:

   • Blood pressure
   • Heart rate
   • Breathing rate
   • Temperature

   These numbers help show how healthy a person is overall.

2. Skin Changes:

   • If the skin changes color (like turning blue or yellow), it could mean there are problems with breathing or the liver.
   • Rashes or spots on the skin can be signs of other health issues.

3. Abdominal Examination:

   • If a patient has pain in their belly, swelling, or strange sounds coming from their stomach, it might point to digestive problems.

4. Neurological Signs:

   • If the pupils (the black part of the eye) change size, it could mean there's a problem in the nervous system.
   • Checking reflexes helps see how well the central nervous system is working.

By focusing on these signs, students can better understand what they might mean. This can help them make more accurate diagnoses.