The nurse is preparing to assess the abdomen of a client suspected of having an appendicitis. Which should the nurse include in the plan for the abdominal assessment?
A. Auscultate the area first.
B. Percuss the area first.
C. Palpate the area last.
D. Avoid palpation.
Answer: D
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