When palpating for fundal height on a postpartal woman, which technique is preferable?
A) Placing one hand at the base of the uterus, one on the fundus
B) Placing one hand on the fundus, one on the perineum
C) Resting both hands on the fundus
D) Palpating the fundus with only fingertip pressure
A
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