A patient asks, "Why is touching my toes necessary? This is a sports physical examination, not exercise class." What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
a. "This is the best way to check for symmetry of your arms."
b. "I am looking at the stretch of your ham strings."
c. "This allows me to see how straight your spinal column is."
d. "I am assessing the flexion of your spine."
ANS: C
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