Asked by
Elijah Foster
on Nov 01, 2024
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During an abdominal assessment, the nurse elicits tenderness on light palpation in the right lower quadrant. The nurse recognizes this finding could indicate a problem with what structure?
A) Spleen
B) Sigmoid
C) Appendix
D) Gallbladder
Light Palpation
A gentle method of examining the body by touch, used to assess the size, consistency, texture, and presence of certain structures or abnormalities.
Right Lower Quadrant
The area of the abdomen divided into four quadrants for diagnostic purposes; it contains the appendix among other organs.
Appendix
A small, tube-like organ attached to the large intestine but has no known essential function in humans, famous for its potential to become inflamed (appendicitis).
- Distinguish between typical and atypical findings in abdominal examinations.
- Comprehend the importance of particular abdominal observations associated with gastrointestinal diseases.
- Interpret the anatomical importance of abdominal zones in connection to the manifestations and health situations of patients.
Verified Answer
JG
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between typical and atypical findings in abdominal examinations.
- Comprehend the importance of particular abdominal observations associated with gastrointestinal diseases.
- Interpret the anatomical importance of abdominal zones in connection to the manifestations and health situations of patients.