When using the second Leopold's maneuver in fetal assessment, the nurse would palpate (the):

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The second Leopold's maneuver involves determining the location of the fetal back and is performed by palpating both sides of the maternal abdomen. Palpating the lower abdomen above the symphysis pubis is the third maneuver. Palpating the upper quadrants of the maternal abdomen is the first maneuver. Palpating the lower abdomen for flexion of the presenting part is the fourth maneuver.

When Using the Second Leopold's Maneuver in Fetal Assessment, the Nurse