If the Fundus Is Palpated on the Right Side of the Abdomen

question 26

Multiple Choice

If the fundus is palpated on the right side of the abdomen above the expected level,the nurse should suspect that the patient has

• A) Been lying on her right side too long
• B) A distended bladder
• C) Stretched ligaments that are unable to support the uterus
• D) A normal involution

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Definitions:

Specialized Cells

Cells that have developed specific characteristics and functions through the process of differentiation.

Multicellular

Organisms that consist of more than one cell, exhibiting cellular differentiation and specialization for various functions.

Hierarchical Organization

A system of organization where entities are ranked one above the other based on authority or status.

Tissues

Groups of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function within an organism, such as muscle tissue or nervous tissue.