You are using deep palpation to examine a patient's abdomen. At which depth would you palpate?
a. 1-2 cm c. 4-5 cm
b. 2-3 cm d. 6-8 cm
C
When using deep palpation you would use a depth of 4-5 cm. A depth of 1-3 cm would be too shallow and a depth of more than 6 cm would be too deep.
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