During Assessment of a Patient,the Nurse Notes an Enlarged Right

question 24

Multiple Choice

During assessment of a patient,the nurse notes an enlarged right epitrochlear lymph node.What should the nurse do next?

• A)Palpate the patient's abdomen,noting any tenderness.
• B)Carefully palpate the cervical lymph nodes,checking for any enlargement.
• C)Ask additional history questions regarding any recent ear infection or sore throat.
• D)Examine the patient's lower arm and hand,checking for the presence of any infection or lesions.

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