The Nurse Is Reviewing Percussion Techniques with a Newly Graduated

question 42

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reviewing percussion techniques with a newly graduated nurse.Which technique, if used by the new nurse, indicates that more review is needed?

• A)Percussing once over each area
• B)Quickly lifting the striking finger after each stroke
• C)Striking with the fingertip, not the finger pad
• D)Using the wrist, not the arm, to make the strikes

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