Palpation is accomplished by using a stethoscope, ruler, or X-ray machine.

Palpation

A method of feeling with the hands to examine the size, consistency, and location of certain body parts.

Stethoscope

A stethoscope is a medical device used by healthcare professionals to listen to internal sounds of the body, such as heartbeats and lung sounds.

X-Ray Machine

A device used in radiography to create images of the body's internal structures using electromagnetic radiation.