The Nurse Is Assessing the Client's Abdomen and Notes Dullness

question 26

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing the client's abdomen and notes dullness when percussing over the left lower quadrant.Which of the following questions is most appropriate for the nurse to ask the client at this time?

• A)"How much alcohol do you drink?"
• B)"Do you have pain after eating?"
• C)"When was your last bowel movement?"
• D)"Have you ever had splenomegaly?"

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