How should the client best move his or her head to allow for the increased prominence of the large strap muscle that divides the neck into regions?

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The large strap muscle, the sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM), divides each side of the neck diagonally into two triangular regions. When the client moves the head to the side, the SCM is more prominent, allowing for more effective palpation of the neck.

How Should the Client Best Move His or Her Head