Which technique is used during both the history taking and the physical examination process?
A) Auscultation
B) Inspection
C) Palpation
D) Percussion

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Inspection is the technique that is used while gathering and validating data during both the history taking and the actual hands-on physical examination. Auscultation, palpation, and percussion are not used during the history taking and physical examination processes. It is not possible to listen to the patient talking and use the stethoscope at the same time. The focus is on the patient's response to your touch and what you are feeling; it is not possible to perform palpation and listen to the patient talking at the same time.

Which Technique Is Used During Both the History Taking and the Physical