A Client Has a Visible Pulsation in the Middle of His

question 3

Multiple Choice

A client has a visible pulsation in the middle of his abdomen. Which assessment technique is appropriate for the nurse to use to assess this pulsation?

• A) Percussion.
• B) Light palpation.
• C) Moderate palpation.
• D) Deep palpation.

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Definitions:

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