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1. Inspection - scars, amputation, atrophy, erythema, loss of hair, ulcers/wounds, discoloration. 
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<br/>2. Palpation - pitting edema, temperature, capillary refill, pulses, venous filling (if possible), test LL sensation. 
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<br/>3. Auscultation - abdominal, renal, femoral bruits. 
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<br/>4. Special tests - perform Berger's test, ABI, test urine for glucose. 


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