When collecting data on a child suspected to have Wilms' tumor, which of the following is a priority action?
1. Use only light palpation on the kidney areas.
2. Use a deeper palpation on the kidney areas to feel the mass.
3. Omit palpating the kidney areas.
4. Examine the urethra for blood.
3
Rationale: Wilms' tumor is well encapsulated, and this capsule helps to slow metastasis of the cancer cells. It is important no palpation is done, to prevent damage to the capsule.
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