When auscultating a patient's abdomen, a nurse notes gurgling sounds. What characteristic of sound would the nurse document?
A) resonance B) turgor C) quality D) texture
Question 2
A nurse is using motivational interviewing to find out why a patient refuses to participate in the recommended rehabilitation program. Which of the following is an example of using the skill of reflective listening to help motivate this patient?
A) So, you feel that you are not ready to start a program this week...?
B) Why do you feel that you are not ready to start rehabilitation?
C) I understand that you are afraid to start rehabilitation; where do you see yourself in a week?
D) Remember we discussed what needs to be done to get you back on your feet...How do you feel about getting started?
Structures of the Abdomen: Anterior View
Path of sound vibrations.
Application of an ostomy bag or pouch: B, An ostomy nurse applying an ostomy bag to a stoma;
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Computerized axial ¬tomography (CAT) of the abdomen taken in the transverse plane.
Apply the substance to the abdomen in a clockwise motion.