The nurse is visiting the patient for the first time this shift.She introduces herself and asks the patient several questions related to his condition.While doing so,and without being obvious,she is looking at the color of his eyes and is assessing his ears and nose for discharge and the symmetry of his mouth.Which assessment technique is the nurse using?

A) Palpation
B) Percussion
C) Inspection
D) Auscultation

Palpation

The technique of examining parts of the body by touching and feeling, used by healthcare professionals to diagnose diseases or conditions.

Percussion

A diagnostic technique used in physical examination to tap on the body surface with the fingers or a small instrument to evaluate the condition of the organs beneath by the sound produced.

Inspection

The act of examining something carefully in order to determine its condition.