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pragya sharda

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on: Jul 22, 2018
When performing an abdominal assessment, what sequence of assessment techniques should the nurse use? Label the steps from 1 to 4, with 1 being the first step to perform.
 
  A. Auscultation
  B. Palpation
  C. Percussion
  D. Inspection

Question 2

Which factor(s) place(s) the patient at risk for constipation? Choose all that apply.
 
  1) Sedentary lifestyle
  2) High-dose calcium therapy
  3) Lactose intolerance
  4) Consuming spicy foods


strudel15

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS:
D, A, C, B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1, 2


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