When assessing the client's abdomen, a nurse hears high-pitched, ...

[jace]

When assessing the client's abdomen, a nurse hears high-pitched, loud, and rushing sounds with and without a stethoscope. These sounds are called:
 
  a. borborygmi c. flatness
  b. dullness d. tympany

Question 2

When a nurse is unsure if the client has understood a teaching or message, which of these actions should be taken?
 
  a. Ask the client if the message is understood.
  b. Ask the client to repeat or demonstrate the process.
  c. Document the teaching session.
  d. Reteach the concept.

[meryzewe]

Answer to Question 1

A
High-pitched, loud rushing sounds with and without a stethoscope are termed as borborygmi. This is caused by the passage of gas through the liquid contents of the intestines.

Answer to Question 2

B
Members of a client's family may also be able to bridge the communication gap between the nurse or health provider and the client. If a nurse is unsure if the client has understood a teaching or message, the best action would be to ask the client to repeat or demonstrate the process to verify understanding.