Using deep palpation of a patient's epigastrium, a nurse feels a rhythmic pulsation of the aorta. Based on this finding, what is the nurse's most appropriate response?
a. Auscultate this area using the bell of the stethoscope.
b. Percuss the area for tones.
c. Ask the patient if there is pain in this area.
d. Document this as a normal finding.
ANS: D
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