In Order to Get an Accurate Reading,which Technique Would the Nurse

question 20

Multiple Choice

In order to get an accurate reading,which technique would the nurse use to measure the client's respirations?

• A)Stare intently at the client's chest.
• B)Place a hand on the client's chest to feel the thoracic cavity move.
• C)Maintain the fingers on the radial pulse.
• D)Watch the nose flare with each respiration.

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