Palpation of the Scalene Triangle for Supraclavicular Nodes Should Be

question 8

Multiple Choice

Palpation of the scalene triangle for supraclavicular nodes should be done with

• A)fingers hooked over the clavicle next to the sternocleidomastoid muscle.
• B)fingers along the depression above the medial humeral condyle.
• C)the pads of three fingers in a superficial circular motion.
• D)tissue rolled gently against the chest wall, moving sideways.
• E)the pads of the fingertips along the anterior surface of the trapezius muscle.

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