Which techniques would the nurse use to elicit rebound tenderness in a patient's abdomen?. Select all that apply.
A) Start in an area away from the painful area.
B) Start with deep palpation.
C) Release pressure on the abdomen quickly.
D) Stop the assessment as soon as rebound tenderness is elicited.
E) Start the assessment by gently stroking the painful area of the abdomen.
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