The nurse is assessing a patient's skin during an office visit. What part of the hand and technique should be used to best assess the patient's skin temperature?

A) Fingertips
B) Dorsal surface of the hand
C) Ulnar portion of the hand
D) Palmar surface of the hand

Skin Temperature

The surface temperature of the body, which can reflect overall body temperature and changes in blood flow.

Dorsal Surface

The upper or back side of the body or body part, opposite to the ventral or front side.

Palmar Surface

The front region of the hand that extends from the wrist to the bases of the fingers.