Nursing · Physical Examination

A nurse is performing a physical examination. Which of the following techniques are correctly matched with their clinical application? 1. Light palpation - Uses gentle, slow pressure to assess surface characteristics by depressing the skin about 1-2 cm. 2. Deep palpation - Detects abdominal masses by depressing the skin about 4-5 cm with fingers at a greater angle to the surface. 3. Bimanual palpation - Uses both hands to evaluate organs like the spleen, kidneys, breasts, uterus, and ovaries. 4. Indirect percussion - The pleximeter is the striking finger of the dominant hand, while the plexor is the finger being struck.