P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NURS 190 Exam Questions &
Answers 2026/2027
Comprehensive Nursing
Assessment Edition
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales 25 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This comprehensive document provides 25 nursing assessment questions, each with its
correct answer and detailed rationale. It covers key concepts in advanced abdominal and
urinary system nursing care. This resource is ideal for students to study, review essential
knowledge, and prepare for certification exams by understanding the principles behind
each answer.
TOPICS
Abdominal Assessment Q1–Q9
Urinary System Assessment Q10–Q16
Gastrointestinal System Q17–Q24
Systemic Manifestations Q25–Q25
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, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 25
A nurse is assessing the clients abdomen and notes done this one percussing over the left
lower quadrant which question is most appropriate to ask
ANSWER
When was your last bowel movement
RATIONALE
Dullness on percussion in the left lower quadrant can indicate stool accumulation or a distended
bowel. Inquiring about the timing of the last bowel movement directly assesses bowel motility and
the presence of constipation, which are common causes of these findings. This question helps
differentiate between normal findings and potential gastrointestinal dysfunction.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 25
The nurse is assessing a client in the emergency department who complains of right lower
quadrant pain the nurse determines that the client is exhibiting a positive so I sign based on
the clients assessment which is the condition
ANSWER
Appendicitis
Peritonitis
RATIONALE
Rebound tenderness at McBurney's point, indicative of peritoneal irritation, is a hallmark of
appendicitis. Inflammation of the appendix can lead to generalized peritonitis if ruptured, causing
widespread abdominal pain and tenderness.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 25
During the assessment of a client with multiple injuries the nurse notices a large hematoma
located at the left coast to work bro Ingles which body structure should the nurse access
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NURS 190 Exam Questions &
Answers 2026/2027
Comprehensive Nursing
Assessment Edition
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales 25 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This comprehensive document provides 25 nursing assessment questions, each with its
correct answer and detailed rationale. It covers key concepts in advanced abdominal and
urinary system nursing care. This resource is ideal for students to study, review essential
knowledge, and prepare for certification exams by understanding the principles behind
each answer.
TOPICS
Abdominal Assessment Q1–Q9
Urinary System Assessment Q10–Q16
Gastrointestinal System Q17–Q24
Systemic Manifestations Q25–Q25
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 25
A nurse is assessing the clients abdomen and notes done this one percussing over the left
lower quadrant which question is most appropriate to ask
ANSWER
When was your last bowel movement
RATIONALE
Dullness on percussion in the left lower quadrant can indicate stool accumulation or a distended
bowel. Inquiring about the timing of the last bowel movement directly assesses bowel motility and
the presence of constipation, which are common causes of these findings. This question helps
differentiate between normal findings and potential gastrointestinal dysfunction.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 25
The nurse is assessing a client in the emergency department who complains of right lower
quadrant pain the nurse determines that the client is exhibiting a positive so I sign based on
the clients assessment which is the condition
ANSWER
Appendicitis
Peritonitis
RATIONALE
Rebound tenderness at McBurney's point, indicative of peritoneal irritation, is a hallmark of
appendicitis. Inflammation of the appendix can lead to generalized peritonitis if ruptured, causing
widespread abdominal pain and tenderness.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 25
During the assessment of a client with multiple injuries the nurse notices a large hematoma
located at the left coast to work bro Ingles which body structure should the nurse access
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