A Client Is Complaining of Dull Flank Pain

question 57

Short Answer

A client is complaining of dull flank pain.List the order of the steps the nurse should take in conducting the physical assessment for this client.
1) Instruct the client.
2) Assess the general appearance.
3) Position the client.
4) Inspect the abdomen for color,contour,symmetry,and distention.

Understand the principles and purposes of client-centered therapy.

Identify various forms of therapy applicable to family and relationship issues.

Understand cognitive restructuring and its application in cognitive therapy.

Grasp the concepts and techniques of cognitive and humanistic therapy approaches.

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