The Nurse Is Performing an Abdominal Assessment on the Client

question 24

Short Answer

The nurse is performing an abdominal assessment on the client. Rank the assessment steps in the order in which they should occur. Standard Text: Click on the down arrow for each response in the right column and select the correct choice from the list.
A) Percuss the abdomen.
B) Visualize the quadrants of the abdomen.
C) Palpate the abdomen.
D) Auscultate the abdomen.
E) Encourage the client to void.

• A) Percuss the abdomen.
• B) Visualize the quadrants of the abdomen.
• C) Palpate the abdomen.
• D) Auscultate the abdomen.
• E) Encourage the client to void.

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Definitions:

Transtheoretical Model

A model of behavior change that assesses an individual's readiness to act on a new healthier behavior and provides strategies to guide the individual through the stages of change.

Pretreatment Stage

The initial phase in therapy where assessment and evaluation of the client's needs and goals are conducted.

Stages-Of-Change

A model in psychology that maps out the phases individuals undergo when changing behavior, including precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.

Premature Termination

The ending of a therapeutic relationship or treatment process before the completion of the planned course of therapy, often resulting in unresolved issues for the client.