While inspecting the patient’s abdomen, what must be considered when abdominal distention is present?

The Heel Strike test, the Obturator test, and the Psoas test

Systematic auscultation of the abdomen is very important. Using the diaphragm of the stethoscope allows you to hear

Documentation for the patient with an abdominal complaint should include

Systematic auscultation of the abdomen is very important. Using the bell of the stethoscope allows you to hear

Which sequence below is correct for an abdominal assessment?

Abnormal sounds that may be auscultated when listening to the abdomen include all of the following, except

While inspecting the patient’s abdomen, the presence of striae may indicate past surgery or trauma.

Because normal bowel sounds are not constant, how long should the nurse listen to the abdominal region before determining that bowel sounds are absent?

Percussion is done to determine the size and density of the structures and organs inside of the abdominal cavity, and to detect the presence of air or fluid.  Which pair below is correct?

Expected sounds with percussion of the abdomen include

For whom is percussion of the abdominal regions contraindicated?

Using both light and deep technique, the abdomen of all patients is palpated.

When palpating the abdomen, light touch should be approximately .25 – .5 inches into the abdomen, and deep palpation should press 1.5 – 2.0 inches into the abdomen.

Light palpation is used to determine

The health history and history of the episode is important to document for the patient with abdominal problems. Which of the below is not information that would be pertinent?

Deep palpation is used to determine

The health history and history of the episode is important to document for the patient with abdominal problems.  Which of the below is not information that would be pertinent?

Guarding

Why is auscultating the abdomen done before percussion and palpation?

Abnormal conditions that may be discovered with abdominal palpation include

Why is palpation left until the end of the exam?

Rosving’s sign

While inspecting the patient’s abdomen, the presence of visible peristalsis may indicate potential bowel obstruction.

Rebound tenderness