You are assessing a confused dark-skinned patient who complains of a headache. When checking his skin color, you should:

A) Examine the skin around his ears and nose
B) Evaluate the palms of his hands or conjunctiva
C) Observe the skin on his forehead
D) Look at and feel the skin on his neck and chest

B) Evaluate the palms of his hands or conjunctiva

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