The nurse will use which technique of assessment to determine the presence of crepitus, swelling, and pulsations?
a. Palpation
b. Inspection
c. Percussion
d. Auscultation
ANS: A
Palpation applies the sense of touch to assess texture, temperature, moisture, organ location and size, as well as any swelling, vibration or pulsation, rigidity or spasticity, crepitation, presence of lumps or masses, and the presence of tenderness or pain.
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