During the abdominal assessment of an elderly patient, the nurse palpates a mass in the mid-abdomen. What actions should the nurse take?. Select all that apply.
A) Percuss the mass.
B) Ask the patient to cough forcefully and reassess.
C) Notify the physician immediately.
D) Auscultate the mass.
E) Ask the patient about any recent pain in the abdomen.
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