When Doing an Initial Assessment, a Nurse Can Use Palpation

question 44

Multiple Choice

When doing an initial assessment, a nurse can use palpation to assess for

• A) Hyperinflated lungs.
• B) Distension of the bladder.
• C) Liver size.
• D) Level of respiratory effort.

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