18 Questions
What is the normal frequency of bowel movement?
2 to 3 times per day
What is a characteristic of constipation?
Passage of hard stools
What is the purpose of inquiring about a client's family history of stomach, colon, liver cancer or other GI disorders?
To identify the client's risk for other disorders
Why is it important to inquire about a client's history of abdominal surgery or trauma?
To identify the client's risk for future complications or disorders
What is a characteristic of diarrhea?
Frequency of bowel movement producing unformed or liquid stools
What is the purpose of inquiring about a client's history of gastrointestinal disorders?
To identify the client's risk for future complications or disorders
Where are the kidneys located in the body?
At the level of T12 and T13 vertebrae
Which of the following abdominal organs is normally not palpable?
Spleen
What is the purpose of asking about abdominal pain in a health assessment?
To suggest the origin of the pain
What is the main arterial blood supply to the abdominal organs?
The abdominal aorta and its branches
What is the purpose of asking about indigestion in a health assessment?
To indicate acute or chronic gastric disorders
Where can pulsations of the abdominal aorta be felt?
Midline upper abdomen
What is the immediate effect of alcohol ingestion on the GI tract?
It affects the organs such as stomach, pancreas, and liver
What is the purpose of regular exercise in promoting bowel elimination patterns?
To promote peristalsis and regular bowel movements
During a physical examination, what is the purpose of the client breathing through the mouth?
To deepen the breathing and reduce abdominal movement
What is the characteristic of old striae observed during an abdominal inspection?
They are silverly or white in color
What is the purpose of inspecting the umbilicus during a physical examination?
To note the color, location, and contour of the umbilicus
What is the significance of assessing the abdominal skin color during an inspection?
It may indicate any underlying gastrointestinal disorders
Assessing bowel elimination patterns in patients, including changes in frequency, constipation, and diarrhea. Used in health assessment and collecting subjective data.
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