Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pleximeter
Noun
/ˌplɛks.ɪˈmiː.tər/
Definition
A pleximeter is a small, flat instrument used in medical practice to measure vibrational reflexes in the human body.
Examples
- The doctor gently tapped on the patient’s back using a pleximeter to check for fluid buildup.
- During the examination, the medical student used a pleximeter to practice percussion techniques.
Meaning
It is typically employed by doctors when performing percussion during physical examinations to assess the condition of organs.
Synonyms
- Percussion hammer
- Concussion hammer
