Asked by Kennedy Woodward on Jul 08, 2024
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The nurse will use which technique of assessment to determine the presence of crepitus, swelling, and pulsations?
A) Palpation
B) Inspection
C) Percussion
D) Auscultation
Crepitus
A crackling or grating sound or sensation produced under the skin and joints or a crackling sensation due to the presence of air in the subcutaneous tissue.
Pulsations
Rhythmic beatings or throbs, often referring to the palpable heartbeat or arteries reflecting the cardiac cycle.
- Perceive the elemental methodologies and their intentions in the realm of physical diagnostics, including inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation.
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AR
ABDUL REHMANJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Palpation applies the sense of touch to assess texture, temperature, moisture, organ location and size, as well as any swelling, vibration or pulsation, rigidity or spasticity, crepitation, presence of lumps or masses, and the presence of tenderness or pain.
Learning Objectives
- Perceive the elemental methodologies and their intentions in the realm of physical diagnostics, including inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation.
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