Which of the following can a nurse assess by palpation?
A) Heart sounds, lung sounds, blood pressure
B) Temperature, turgor, moisture
C) Vision, hearing, cranial nerves
D) Tissue density, gait, reflexes
Ans: B
Palpation is an assessment technique that uses the sense of touch. The hands and fingers can assess temperature, turgor, texture, moisture, vibrations, and shape.
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