When palpating an infant's liver, what does the nurse understand is true?
A) The infant's liver is located deeper than an adult.
B) Palpation of the infant's liver is easier than palpation of an adult.
C) The infant's liver is small in comparison to other abdominal organs.
D) Palpation of the infant's liver is not recommended.
B) Palpation of the infant's liver is easier than palpation of an adult.
Explanation: A) The infant's liver is a relatively large organ in the abdomen, occupying a larger portion of the abdomen than it does in adults. As a result, the liver extends farther below the rib cage than it does in adults. Because the abdominal muscles of infants are weak, the abdomen normally tends to protrude. The weak abdominal muscles make palpation of the liver easier. Palpation of an infant's liver is acceptable, using correct technique.
B) The infant's liver is a relatively large organ in the abdomen, occupying a larger portion of the abdomen than it does in adults. As a result, the liver extends farther below the rib cage than it does in adults. Because the abdominal muscles of infants are weak, the abdomen normally tends to protrude. The weak abdominal muscles make palpation of the liver easier. Palpation of an infant's liver is acceptable, using correct technique.
C) The infant's liver is a relatively large organ in the abdomen, occupying a larger portion of the abdomen than it does in adults. As a result, the liver extends farther below the rib cage than it does in adults. Because the abdominal muscles of infants are weak, the abdomen normally tends to protrude. The weak abdominal muscles make palpation of the liver easier. Palpation of an infant's liver is acceptable, using correct technique.
D) The infant's liver is a relatively large organ in the abdomen, occupying a larger portion of the abdomen than it does in adults. As a result, the liver extends farther below the rib cage than it does in adults. Because the abdominal muscles of infants are weak, the abdomen normally tends to protrude. The weak abdominal muscles make palpation of the liver easier. Palpation of an infant's liver is acceptable, using correct technique.
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