When Performing Deep Palpation, the Nurse Should Use

When performing deep palpation, the nurse should use:

A) one hand and exert pressure to depress tissue about one half to three fourths of an inch.
B) either one or two hands to depress the tissue about 1 inch.
C) either one or two hands to depress the tissue about 1.5 to 2 inches.
D) two hands and exert pressure to depress the tissue about 3 to 4 inches.