When Auscultating the Abdomen, Which Finding Would Indicate Collateral Circulation

question 54

Multiple Choice

When auscultating the abdomen, which finding would indicate collateral circulation between the portal and systemic venous systems?

• A)Arterial bruit
• B)Gastric rumbling
• C)Renal hyperresonance
• D)Borborygmi
• E)Venous hum

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