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The Nurse Is Performing an Abdominal Assessment

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The nurse is performing an abdominal assessment.Which action indicates proper technique?


A) Assesses the painful areas first.
B) Auscultates each quadrant for 5 minutes.
C) Palpates lightly to locate painful and tender areas.
D) Positions the patient with the arms behind the head.

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