A nurse inspects the abdomen for skin color, surface characteristics, and surface movement. What part of the abdominal assessment does the nurse perform next?
a. Palpate lightly for tenderness and muscle tone.
b. The tip of the middle finger of the dominant hand strikes the nail of the middle finger touching the skin of the abdomen.
c. Palpate deeply for masses or aortic pulsation.
d. Percuss for tones.
ANS: B
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