The student nurse is performing a Weber tuning fork test. What technique is most appropriate?
a. Holding the vibrating tuning fork 10 to 12 inches from the client's ear
b. Placing the vibrating fork in the middle of the client's head
c. Starting by placing the vibrating fork on the mastoid process
d. Tapping the vibrating tuning fork against the bridge of the nose
ANS: B
The Weber tuning fork test includes placing the vibrating tuning fork in the middle of the client's head and asking in which ear the client hears the vibrations louder. The other techniques are incorrect.
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