The physician uses _______, or touch, to assess characteristics such as texture, temperature, shape, and the presence of vibrations or movements. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


palpation
To assess characteristics such as texture, temperature, shape, and the presence of vibrations or movements, the physician uses palpation, or touch.

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A) decapper B) crimper C) hot plate D) heat gun

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