The examination technique in which the examiner's hands are used to feel the texture,size,consistency,and location of certain body parts is known as ____.
A) palpation
B) palpitation
C) prostate
D) prostrate

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Palpation is the examination technique in which the examiner's hands are used to feel the texture, size, consistency, and location of certain body parts. Palpitation refers to an abnormal awareness of one's own heartbeat. Prostate refers to a gland that is located in the male reproductive system, and prostrate refers to lying down flat on the ground with one's face downwards.

The Examination Technique in Which the Examiner's Hands Are Used