When assessing the client's pulse, the nurse should us which assessment technique?
A) Inspection
B) Palpation
C) Percussion
D) Auscultation
Ans: B
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The pulsations of blood vessels; the outlines of organs such as the thyroid, spleen, or liver; the size, shape and mobility of masses; the temperature of the skin; vibration or movement of blood in a blood vessel; and tenderness or sensitivity of a body part are detected by palpation.
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