Which Nurse Is Performing the Technique of Light Palpation Appropriately

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which nurse is performing the technique of light palpation appropriately?

• A) Nurse A applies the bimanual technique to determine size and location of the patient's heart.
• B) Nurse B uses the fingertips to feel for temperature differences on the patient's legs.
• C) Nurse C places the ulnar surface of the hands on the patient's thorax to detect vibrations.
• D) Nurse D depresses the patient's abdomen approximately 4 cm to assess pulsations.

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