What Should the Nurse Use to Assess Skin Temperature

question 12

Multiple Choice

What should the nurse use to assess skin temperature?

• A) Dorsum of the hand
• B) Pad of the fingertip
• C) Palm of the hand
• D) Dorsum of the wrist

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