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robin francis labayani
on Oct 31, 2024
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When performing a physical assessment, what technique should the nurse always perform first?
A) Palpation
B) Inspection
C) Percussion
D) Auscultation
Physical Assessment Technique
Methods and procedures used by healthcare professionals to evaluate the body for signs of disease or abnormalities.
Palpation
The technique of examining parts of the body by touch, especially for the purpose of diagnosing disease or illness.
Inspection
The act of examining something visually to assess its condition or to detect the presence of abnormalities.
- Acquire knowledge of the primary tactics employed in physical assessment, notably inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation, and their intended outcomes.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of the primary tactics employed in physical assessment, notably inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation, and their intended outcomes.
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