Question

tapping over the lung area to see if the lungs are clear is called
multiple choice
auscultation.
stethoscope.
bronchography.
percussion.

Explanation:

Percussion involves tapping the body surface to assess underlying organs. Auscultation uses a stethoscope to listen to sounds. A stethoscope is a medical device. Bronchography is an imaging - study of the bronchi. Tapping over the lung area is percussion.

Answer:

D. percussion