A client is complaining of dull flank pain. List the order of the steps the nurse should take in conducting the physical assessment for this client
1. Instruct the client.
2. Assess the general appearance.
3. Position the client.
4. Inspect the abdomen for color, contour, symmetry, and distention.
Answer: 1, 3, 2, 4
A quick survey of the client enables the nurse to identify any immediate problem as well as the client's ability to participate in the assessment. Begin the examination with the client in a supine position with the abdomen exposed from the nipple line to the pubis. Assess general appearance and inspect the client's skin for color, hydration status, scales, masses, indentations, or scars.
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