When assessing for formation of a possible blood clot in the lower leg of a patient, which action should the nurse take first?
a. Visually inspect the leg.
b. Feel for the temperature of the leg.
c. Check the patient's pedal pulses using the fingertips.
d. Compress the nail beds to determine capillary refill time.
ANS: A
Inspection is the first of the major techniques used in the physical examination. Palpation and auscultation are then used later in the examination.
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