Ms. Hartzel is a 33-year-old patient who presents to the office with complaints of enlarged lymph nodes in her neck. During your examination, which part of the hand is used to assess lymph node size?
a. Pads of the fingers
b. Tips of the fingers
c. Palm
d. Ulnar surface
A
The pads of the fingers are more sensitive and better for palpation than the fingertips and the palm; the ulnar surfaces of the hand and fingers are more sensitive for distinguishing vibration.
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