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EAugust

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The nurse is preparing to examine a patient's abdomen. In which order should the nurse complete this examination?
 
  Choice 1. percussion
  Choice 2. inspection
  Choice 3. palpation
  Choice 4. auscultation

Question 2

The healthcare provider determines that a pregnant patient is at risk for having a baby with a weak neurological system. Which foods should the nurse counsel the patient to consume to address this potential problem?
 
  1. potatoes, tomatoes, and sweet potatoes
  2. dark green vegetables, lean beef, and eggs
  3. liver, legumes, and citrus fruits
  4. whole grains, yeast breads, and milk



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2, 4, 1, 3
The sequencing of the assessment is important to obtain the maximum amount of information. Before touching the abdomen, the nurse should first inspect it for symmetry, contour, and general appearance. Next, each quadrant of the abdomen should be auscultated for the presence of bowel sounds. Percussion in each quadrant is the third step. Palpation is the final step. It might result in discomfort, and should be completed last.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Foods high in folic acid help in growth and development and nervous system health. These foods include dark green vegetables, lean beef, eggs, liver, and whole grains. The other food choices are good sources of other nutrients.



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