When Documenting the Absence of Bowel Tones in All Quadrants

question 1

Multiple Choice

When documenting the absence of bowel tones in all quadrants of a patient's abdomen, the nurse has auscultated the patient's abdomen for _____ minutes.

• A) 8
• B) 10
• C) 16
• D) 20

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Definitions:

Nonverbal Cues

These are the unspoken signals or gestures used in communication to convey feelings, intentions, or information without the use of words.

Verbal Cues

Elements of spoken language, such as tone, pace, and volume, that provide additional context or meaning beyond the actual words spoken.

Diminishing

In the context of productivity or performance, refers to a reduction or decrease over time.

PERCEIVE Framework

This approach serves as a guide for comprehensively evaluating situations, empowering stakeholders to make informed decisions by thoroughly understanding the variables at play.