Inspection of the GI system should include the (Select all that ...

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Inspection of the GI system should include the (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. mouth.
  b. esophagus.
  c. skin.
  d. bladder.
  e. abdomen.

Question 2

Indications for the use of EEG include (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. cerebral infarct.
  b. metabolic encephalopathy.
  c. confirmation of brain death.
  d. altered consciousness.
  e. all head injuries.

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Answer to Question 1

A, C, E
Although assessment of the gastrointestinal system classically begins with inspection of the abdomen, the patient's oral cavity also must be inspected to determine any unusual findings. Abnormal findings of the mouth include temporomandibular joint tenderness, inflammation of gums, missing teeth, dental caries, ill-fitting dentures, and mouth odor. The skin should be observed for pigmentation, lesions, striae, scars, petechiae, signs of dehydration, and venous pattern.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, D
Indications for the use of electroencephalogra phy include suspected seizure activity, cerebral infarct, metabolic encephalopathies, altered consciousness, infectious disease, some head injuries, and confirmation of brain death.

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