Which assessment technique is most useful in detecting abdominal pathologic conditions?
a. Percussion
b. Palpation
c. Inspection
d. Auscultation
B
Palpation is the assessment technique that is most useful in detecting abdominal pathologic conditions. Both light and deep palpation of each organ and quadrant should be completed. Deep palpation is most helpful in detecting abdominal masses. Areas in which the patient complains of tenderness should be palpated last.
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