Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding the clinical sign being elicited here?: (A) This test helps to detect ascites, (B) This test is for eliciting shifting dullness, (C) The hand on the midline below the umbilicus will feel the vibrations in patients with ascites, (D) All of the above statements are true
Answer is A. The test being done is Fluid thrill for detection of ascites. The hand of second doctor in picture is to prevent transmission of vibrations by abdominal fat.