NUR 2349 : Med Surg Exam 2, Latest 2019/20 complete A+ guide, Rasmussen College.

Small Intestine Absorption of nutrients Folic acid Cobalamin Iron Fat-soluble vitamins Hormones and neurotransmitters Absorption of fat, carbohydrates, and proteins Abdominal Quadrants Right upper o Pylorous o Duodenum o Gallbladder o Liver Left upper o Stomach o Spleen Right lower o Cecum o Appendix Left lower o Sigmoid colon Midline o Urinary bladder o Uterus GI Focused Assessment Health History Current GI Symptoms Previous GI Problems Family History of GI Problems Medication Use: prescription and OTC Diet and Nutrition (Food Allergies) Use of Alcohol, street drugs, Caffeine Bowel Elimination Pattern Social/Cultural Factors GI Focused Assessment Physical Vital Signs Height and Weight Lab and diagnostic test results