Of all the following guidelines for palpation, which one do you think is the most important?

a. Make sure that your body is in a comfortable position as you palpate.
b. Observe clients for pain responses, avoid endangerment sites, and do no harm.
c. Work slowly but not so slowly that your overanalyze what you feel.
d. Compare sides to check symmetry and gauge the qualities of the tissues.


b

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The larger medical practices participating in purchasing groups can save as much as ____ percent on supplies. 

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