NSG 211 - Final Exam Questions And Correct
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Abdominal Wall Muscles -
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Three layers: external abdominal oblique, internal
oblique, transverse abdominis; plus rectus abdominis
and linea alba.
Function of Abdominal Wall Muscles -
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Protect internal organs and allow normal compression
during functional activities.
Viscera Normally Not Palpable -
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Pancreas, spleen, stomach, gallbladder, small intestine.
Major Abdominal Vascular Structures -
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Abdominal aorta; right and left iliac arteries.
COLDSPA -
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Character, Onset, Location, Duration, Severity, Pattern,
Associated factors.
Indigestion Symptoms -
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Pain, discomfort, fullness, burning, bloating.
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, Older Adults—Pain Sensitivity -
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May have diminished sensitivity; assess carefully for
acute abdominal conditions.
Older Adults—Appetite Decline Causes -
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Altered metabolism, decreased taste, reduced mobility,
depression.
USPSTF AAA Screening Recommendation -
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One-time ultrasound for men 65-75 who have smoked.
Order of Abdominal Assessment -
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Inspection → Auscultation → Percussion → Palpation.
Normal Bowel Sounds -
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Heard in all four quadrants; gurgling, clicks, 5-30/min.
Auscultation Purpose Before Palpation -
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Prevent altering bowel motility.
Aortic Pulsation Observation -
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May be visible in thin clients; exaggerated pulsation may
indicate aneurysm.
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Answers| Get It Correct !!!
Abdominal Wall Muscles -
-Correct Answers
Three layers: external abdominal oblique, internal
oblique, transverse abdominis; plus rectus abdominis
and linea alba.
Function of Abdominal Wall Muscles -
-Correct Answers
Protect internal organs and allow normal compression
during functional activities.
Viscera Normally Not Palpable -
-Correct Answers
Pancreas, spleen, stomach, gallbladder, small intestine.
Major Abdominal Vascular Structures -
-Correct Answers
Abdominal aorta; right and left iliac arteries.
COLDSPA -
-Correct Answers
Character, Onset, Location, Duration, Severity, Pattern,
Associated factors.
Indigestion Symptoms -
-Correct Answers
Pain, discomfort, fullness, burning, bloating.
1
, Older Adults—Pain Sensitivity -
-Correct Answers
May have diminished sensitivity; assess carefully for
acute abdominal conditions.
Older Adults—Appetite Decline Causes -
-Correct Answers
Altered metabolism, decreased taste, reduced mobility,
depression.
USPSTF AAA Screening Recommendation -
-Correct Answers
One-time ultrasound for men 65-75 who have smoked.
Order of Abdominal Assessment -
-Correct Answers
Inspection → Auscultation → Percussion → Palpation.
Normal Bowel Sounds -
-Correct Answers
Heard in all four quadrants; gurgling, clicks, 5-30/min.
Auscultation Purpose Before Palpation -
-Correct Answers
Prevent altering bowel motility.
Aortic Pulsation Observation -
-Correct Answers
May be visible in thin clients; exaggerated pulsation may
indicate aneurysm.
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