The Nurse Is Examining a Client's Neck

The nurse is examining a client's neck.Which of the following would the nurse use as the correct method to palpate the trachea?

A) Palpate while the client is swallowing.
B) Slide the thumb and index finger upward on each side of the trachea.
C) Palpate the midline of the neck to feel the cricoid cartilage.
D) Ask the client to open and close her mouth.
E) Stand behind the client and ask her to turn her head.