While reviewing a client's health care record, a nurse notes documentation of the presence of borborygmus on abdominal assessment. Which of the following findings does the nurse expect to note when auscultating the client's bowel sounds?
A. Hypoactive bowel sounds
B. Low-pitched bowel sounds
C. Hyperactive bowel sounds
D. An absence of bowel sounds
Ans: C. Hyperactive bowel sounds
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A researcher wishes to learn about the experiences that women have when breastfeeding their infants in the workplace. Which type of study design will the researcher employ?
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