Nurs-172 Exam 5 | Questions & 100% Correct Answers (Verified) | Latest Update | Grade A+
The nurse performs a detailed assessment of the abdomen of a client with a possible bowel obstruction, knowing that a manifestation of an obstruction in the large intestine is (Select all that apply) (There are 2 correct answers) A. a largely distended abdomen. B. diarrhea that is loose or liquid. C. persistent, colicky abdominal pain. D. profuse vomiting that relieves abdominal pain. : A. a largely distended abdomen. C. persistent, colicky abdominal pain. Rationale: Persistent, colicky abdominal pain is seen with lower intestinal obstruction. Abdominal distention is markedly increased in lower intestinal obstructions. Onset of a large intestine obstruction is gradual, vomiting is rare, and there is usually absolute constipation. 2 | P a g e The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. The patient has an abdominal mass and a bowel obstruction is suspected. The nurse auscultating the abdomen listens for which of the following types of bowel sounds that is consistent with the patient's clinical picture? (Select one answer) A. Low pitched and rumbling above the area of obstruction B. High pitched and hypoactive below the area of obstruction C. Low pitched and hyperactive below the area of obstruction D. High pitched and hyperactive above the area
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