A client asks, "Why is touching my toes necessary? This is a sports physical examination, not exercise class." The nurse replies:
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. "It is considered abnormal if you can't touch your toes from this position."
ANS: C
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