The nurse has completed the inspection of a patient's abdomen during the physical examination. Which technique will the nurse use next during this examination?
A) Deep palpation
B) Light palpation
C) Percussion
D) Auscultation
D
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1. Resilience gives individuals more reasons to live. 2. Difficulty communicating and the ability to integrate new and old information is the reason for suicidal behavior. 3. Constriction of thought, a dyadic event, and/or increased communication skills give individuals more reasons to live. 4. High parental conflict is the reason for suicidal behavior.
Valvular insufficiency is diagnosed by
A) leakage of blood around the affected valve. B) regurgitation of blood flow in the incompetent valve. C) increased area of the orifice greater than 6 cm2. D) increased cardiac output during exercise.
Which of the following procedures reduces the potential for infection primarily by addressing the portal of entry?
A) Wiping down common areas with buffered bleach on a regular basis B) Wearing gloves when contact with blood or body fluids is anticipated C) Disposing of soiled clothing and bed linens in a dedicated receptacle D) Isolating patients who have antibiotic-resistant infections
Nursing interventions to prevent musculoskeletal complications include which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Maintaining proper body alignment 2. Maintaining a slump-shouldered position 3. Keeping the head, trunk, and hips positioned in a straight line 4. Maintaining the arms in alignment with the shoulders and trunk 5. Preventing the legs from rotating in the hip sockets either medially or laterally