The nurse is utilizing the technique of inspection during a physical examination with a client. When using this technique, the nurse will take which actions?
1. Visually observe a body area.
2. Obtain information through the sense of smell.
3. Obtain information through the sense of hearing.
4. Examine the body through the use of touch.
5. Strike the body to elicit a sound from a body part.
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
Rationale 1: When using inspection, the nurse will visually observe a body area.
Rationale 2: In addition to visual observation, olfactory cues are noted.
Rationale 3: In addition to visual observation, auditory cues are noted.
Rationale 4: Examining the body through use of touch describes palpation.
Rationale 5: Striking the body to elicit a sound from a body part describes percussion.
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