The nurse is unable to Identify any changes in sound when percussing over the abdomen of an obese client. Which of the following is the next action the nurse should take?
Consider this finding as normal, and proceed with the abdominal assessment
Ask the client to take deep breaths to relax the abdominal musculature
Increase the amount of strength used when attempting to percuss over the abdomen
Decrease the amount of strength used when attempting to percuss over the abdomen
The Correct Answer is C
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