You would perform hepatojugular reflux during which part of the assessment?
a. abdomen c. neck
b. jugular veins d. neurological
A
While assessing the abdomen, assess the superficial abdominal reflexes. Perform hepatojugular reflux if indicated. Jugular veins are assessed immediately following the heart and breast assessment and prior to the abdomen. The neck is assessed early when the eyes, ears, nose, sinuses, mouth, and throat are assessed. The neurological system is assessed after the lower extremities.
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