Which of the following terms describes the process of examining by application of the hands or fingers to the external surface of the body to detect evidence of disease or abnormalities in the various organs?

A) palpation
B) palpitation
C) auscultation
D) percussion


A

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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