Multiple Choice
Which nurse is performing the technique of light palpation appropriately?
A) Nurse A applies the bimanual technique to determine size and location of the patient's heart.
B) Nurse B uses the fingertips to feel for temperature differences on the patient's legs.
C) Nurse C places the ulnar surface of the hands on the patient's thorax to detect vibrations.
D) Nurse D depresses the patient's abdomen approximately 4 cm to assess pulsations.
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q13: What is the most important nursing action
Q14: Which action by the nurse describes the
Q15: The nurse is unable to hear the
Q16: While assessing a patient's lower extremities, the
Q17: How does a nurse assess for fluid
Q19: When does a nurse choose to use
Q20: The nurse is using the Snellen chart
Q21: What part of the stethoscope do nurses
Q22: A nurse is assessing joint function of
Q23: The patient asks about the meaning of