When performing a physical exam, the Advanced EMT (AEMT) is palpating the patient's abdomen, gently "hooking" her fingers around the inferior border of the right costal margin while asking the patient to inhale. What is the AEMT trying to assess?

A) Possible stroke
B) Possible liver or gallbladder problems
C) Possible blood clot
D) Possible dehydration

B

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