Before starting the assessment, you would instruct the patient to
a. empty her bladder.
b. hold her breath as needed to lessen the discomfort.
c. save her questions until the assessment is completed.
d. undress completely and cover herself with a drape.
A
Instruct the patient to empty her bladder and then to undress from the waist to the ankles.
Suggest that she relax, but not hold her breath. Ask questions as they occur; there is no need to wait until the assessment is completed.
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