A nurse is conducting an abdominal assessment. What is the rationale for palpating the abdomen last when conducting an abdominal assessment?
A) it is the most painful assessment method
B) it is the most embarrassing assessment method
C) to allow time for the examiner's hands to warm
D) it disturbs normal peristalsis and bowel motility
D
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