The nurse is preparing to assess a client's musculo-skeletal system. Which of the following actions should the nurse do first?

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The usual technique in the physical assessment is to begin with inspection. Abnormalities in muscle mass or configuration will allow the nurse to perform a more focused assessment of abnormal areas. The other assessments also are included in the assessment but are usually done after inspection.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Assess a Client's Musculo-Skeletal System