How does the process of palpation reveal anatomical structures to the student of anatomy?
What will be an ideal response?
Palpation is the use of the fingers to feel deep organs and structures through the skin of the body surface. Because the skin does not adhere closely to underlying organs in most locations, it is possible to feel the shape of the underlying structures by compressing and moving the skin over their surfaces.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).