Which equipment will the nurse obtain to assess vibration sense in a diabetic patient who has peripheral nerve dysfunction?

a. Sharp pin
b. Tuning fork
c. Reflex hammer
d. Calibrated compass


ANS: B
Vibration sense is testing by touching the patient with a vibrating tuning fork. The other equipment is needed for testing of pain sensation, reflexes, and two-point discrimination.

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