The nurse is performing an abdominal assessment on the client. Rank the assessment steps in the order in which they should occur
Select the correct choice from the list.
1. Percuss the abdomen.
2. Visualize the quadrants of the abdomen.
3. Palpate the abdomen.
4. Auscultate the abdomen.
5. Encourage the client to void.
Correct Answer: 5, 2, 4, 1, 3
The client should be encouraged to void prior to the abdominal assessment. Physical assessment of the abdomen requires the use of inspection, auscultation, percussion, and palpation. This order differs from that of physical assessment of other systems. The nurse should remember to auscultate after inspection. Delaying percussion and palpation prevents disturbance of the normal bowel sounds. During each of the procedures the nurse is gathering data related to problems with underlying abdominal organs and structures.
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