The patient is admitted with fever and acute lower abdominal pain.He has taken Tylenol but says he still feels feverish.Before taking the patient's temperature,the nurse may:
A)touch the patient's skin with the dorsum of her hand.
B)touch the patient's skin with the pads of her fingers.
C)palpate the skin using the bimanual method.
D)tap the patient's skin using the fingertips.

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The dorsum (back)of the hand is more sensitive to temperature variations.The pads of the fingertips detect subtle changes in texture,shape,size,consistency,and pulsation of body parts.Bimanual palpation involves one hand placed over the other while pressure is applied.The upper hand exerts downward pressure as the other hand feels the subtle characteristics of underlying organs and masses.Seek the assistance of a qualified instructor before attempting deep palpation.Percussion involves tapping the body with the fingertips to evaluate the size,borders,and consistency of body organs and to discover fluid in body cavities.

The Patient Is Admitted with Fever and Acute Lower Abdominal