NU650 Week 1 | Nursing in Health Care - Regis university

Question 11Which of the following techniques will the NP use to assess the patient for tactile fremitus?

Select one:

a.Place the ulnar surface of his hand firmly against the posterior thorax and ask the patient to repeat the words ‘ninety-nine’, comparing vibration on right and left sides for symmetry b.b. Place the ball of his hand on the mid posterior thorax and assess for vibration when the patient repeats the words ‘ninety-nine’ c.Place his thumbs at the level of the 10th ribs, ask the patient to inhale deeply and assess the distance between his thumbs as they move apart d.d. Lightly place his fingertips over the thorax to note any crackling or grinding sounds over bones, joints, or skin The answer is: Place the ulnar surface of his hand firmly against the posterior thorax and ask the patient to repeat the words ‘ninety-nine’, comparing vibration on right and left sides for symmetry NU650 Advanced Health Assessment Nursing Week 10 Quiz 2