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Which of the following is NOT a static palpation component?
Correct Answer:
Temperature
Explanation:
Static palpation looks at tissue qualities as the area sits at rest. You’re evaluating how the tissue feels in a resting state: the skin’s condition and texture, the presence of swelling (edema), and tenderness that is detected through light touch. These characteristics reflect the static state of the tissues. Temperature, by contrast, is a dynamic physiologic sign. Warmth or coolness can change with inflammation, time of day, environmental conditions, and other factors, so it isn’t a fixed tissue property you assess in a purely resting state. Because of that variability, temperature isn’t categorized as a static palpation component, even though you may notice it during an examination.

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