A 45-year-old man with a chronic cough and shortness of breath presents for a routine check-up. On examination, you notice bulbous enlargement of his fingertips and want to confirm clubbing. Which of the following is the correct clinical test to confirm clubbing?

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A 45-year-old man with a chronic cough and shortness of breath presents for a routine check-up.  On examination, you notice bulbous enlargement of his fingertips and want to confirm clubbing. Which of the following is the correct clinical test to confirm clubbing?

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Observe for spooning of nails

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Measure the circumference of fingers

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Place dorsal surfaces of distal phalanges together and observe for diamond-shaped window

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Press on nail bed to check for blanching

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