You Are Using Deep Palpation to Examine a Patient's Abdomen

question 15

Multiple Choice

You are using deep palpation to examine a patient's abdomen.At which depth would you palpate?

• A) 1-2 cm
• B) 2-3 cm
• C) 4-5 cm
• D) 6-8 cm

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Definitions:

Xerostomia

A medical condition characterized by dry mouth due to reduced or absent saliva flow, often causing discomfort and other oral health issues.

Ear Irrigation

A procedure used to clean the ear canal through the introduction of water or other fluids to remove earwax or foreign materials.

Auricle

The outer part of the ear, which is visible on the side of the head and functions to collect and direct sound waves into the ear canal.

Ear Canal

The tubular part of the outer ear that directs sound waves from the external environment to the tympanic membrane (eardrum).