When Performing an Assessment of the Patient's Respiratory System, the Nurse

question 7

Multiple Choice

When performing an assessment of the patient's respiratory system, the nurse uses the following illustrated technique to evaluate

• A) chest expansion.
• B) tactile fremitus.
• C) accessory muscle use.
• D) diaphragmatic excursion.

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