
Which techniques does a nurse routinely use to collect data when assessing the lower extremities of a patient? (Select all that apply.)
A) Inspecting of legs, ankles, and feet for skin characteristics and hair distribution
B) Assessing for knee stability with the drawer test, McMurray test, or Apley test
C) Palpating lower legs and feet for temperature, pulses, and tenderness
D) Assessing for nerve root compression with straight leg raises
E) Palpating hips for stability and tenderness
F) Testing for patellar and Achilles deep tendon reflexes bilaterally
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