Palpation of the Cervix Is Performed by Inserting into the Vagina

question 48

Multiple Choice

Palpation of the cervix is performed by inserting into the vagina the index and middle fingers of your

• A) dominant hand with the palmar surface of the finger pads facing upward.
• B) dominant hand with the palmar surface of the finger pads facing downward.
• C) nondominant hand with the palmar surface of the finger pads facing upward.
• D) nondominant hand with the palmar surface of the finger pads facing downward.

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