To palpate and percuss the maxillary sinuses,the nurse would do which of the following? Select all that apply.

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To palpate and percuss the maxillary sinuses,the nurse would stand in front of the patient and apply gentle pressure in the area under the infraorbital ridge using the thumb or middle finger.The nurse would then observe for the presence of pain,percuss the area using the dominant middle or index finger,and note the sound.Gently pressing the thumbs under the bony ridge of the upper orbits and avoiding applying pressure on the globes themselves,are steps used when palpating and percussing the frontal sinuses.

To Palpate and Percuss the Maxillary Sinuses,the Nurse Would Do