You are performing a two-point discrimination test as part of a well physical examination. The area with the ability to discern two points in the shortest distance is the
A)back.
B)palms.
C)fingertips.
D)upper arms.
E)chest.

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On the fingertips and toes, two points are commonly felt when 2 to 8 mm apart. A greater distance is expected for discrimination of two points on other body parts, such as the back (40 to 70 mm) or chest and forearms (40 mm).

You Are Performing a Two-Point Discrimination Test as Part of a Well