ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 2 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is examining a client for tactile fremitus. The nurse recognizes that when examining for tactile fremitus it is important to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Palpate the chest symmetrically. When examining for tactile fremitus, the nurse should palpate the chest symmetrically to assess for vibrations caused by the client's voice. Palpating the chest symmetrically ensures that the nurse can accurately detect any differences in vibration intensity between the two sides of the chest, which can indicate underlying pathology. This technique helps in identifying abnormalities such as consolidation or fluid in the lungs.
The other choices are incorrect because:
A: Having the client breathe quickly is not necessary for assessing tactile fremitus.
C: Asking the client to cough is not relevant to assessing tactile fremitus.
D: Using the bell of the stethoscope is not the appropriate method for assessing tactile fremitus, as it is a technique used for listening to low-frequency sounds.
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