The nursing student is observing the LPN/LVN performing auscultation during a physical examination. Areas of the body for which auscultation is appropriate include the: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Heart.
2. Abdomen.
3. Skull.
4. Neck.
5. Hands.
1,2,4
Rationale: The nurse uses a stethoscope to listen to heart sounds.
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