When Performing Deep Palpation, the Nurse Should

question 6

Multiple Choice

When performing deep palpation, the nurse should:

• A) use one hand and exert pressure to depress tissue about one half to three fourths of an inch.
• B) use either one or two hands to depress the tissue about 1 inch.
• C) use either one or two hands to depress the tissue about 1.5 to 2 inches.
• D) use two hands and exert pressure to depress the tissue about 3 to 4 inches.

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Definitions:

Osteoblast

A cell that secretes the matrix for bone formation, involved in the synthesis and mineralization of bone.

Osteocyte

A mature bone cell, embedded within bone matrix, responsible for maintaining bone tissue.

Osteoclast

Osteoclasts are specialized bone cells responsible for the resorption of bone tissue during growth and healing processes.

Ruffled Border

The specialized edge of an osteoclast cell that directly contacts bone, aiding in bone resorption.