Multiple Choice
When assessing the musculoskeletal system, the nurse's initial action will usually be to
A) feel for the presence of crepitus during joint movement.
B) have the patient move the extremities against resistance.
C) observe the patient's body build and muscle configuration.
D) check active and passive range of motion for the extremities.
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