When assessing the client, the nurse uses percussion to determine:
A)
equal symmetry of chest expansion.
B)
heart sounds.
C)
presence of gas in the intestines.
D)
presence of fluid in the lungs.
C
Explanation:
A)
Percussion is most often used to assess abdominal structures and check for tympany or dullness. Options B and D would be assessed through auscultation. Option A involves inspection.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
B)
Percussion is most often used to assess abdominal structures and check for tympany or dullness. Options B and D would be assessed through auscultation. Option A involves inspection.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
C)
Percussion is most often used to assess abdominal structures and check for tympany or dullness. Options B and D would be assessed through auscultation. Option A involves inspection.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
D)
Percussion is most often used to assess abdominal structures and check for tympany or dullness. Options B and D would be assessed through auscultation. Option A involves inspection.
Comprehension
Assessment
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
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