The nurse is preparing to examine a client who is complaining of right lower quadrant abdominal pain. Which actions by the nurse are appropriate in this situation? Select all that apply
1. "It is a little cool in our examination room; may I turn up the thermostat?"
2. "I've been told you are experiencing some pain in the lower right area of your abdomen. I will examine that area first."
3. "I am going to stand on your left side so I can feel your liver better."
4. "I'm going to place this drape over you so you don't feel too exposed during this examination."
5. "I am going to place this pillow behind your head and this pillow under your knees."
Correct Answer: 1, 4, 5
The nurse should provide an environment that is warm and comfortable. Maintain the dignity of the client through appropriate draping techniques. The client should be in a supine position with a small pillow placed beneath the head and knees. When a client is experiencing abdominal pain, the nurse should examine that area last. Stand on the right side of the client, because the liver and the right kidney are in the right side of the abdomen.
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