Which is the best response by the nurse when explaining to the client as to why the stethoscope is warmed up before placing it on the abdomen?
A)"I might hear a friction rub with a cold stethoscope."
B)"A nice nurse will put a warm stethoscope on your abdomen."
C)"A cold stethoscope may cause your abdominal muscles to contract."
D)"Warming up the stethoscope will help with the digestion of your food."

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A cold stethoscope can cause involuntary contraction of the abdominal muscles, which might interfere with the examination by making it difficult to assess the underlying structures accurately.

Which Is the Best Response by the Nurse When Explaining