When palpating an individual, the part of the hand most sensitive to temperature changes is the:
a. back of the hand.
b. fingertip pad.
c. palm.
d. inside of the wrist.
a
The back of the hand is more sensitive to temperature
changes when palpating because the skin is thinner.
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