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Emma Cate Roberts
on Oct 22, 2024
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The nurse notes that the patient has hyperactive bowel sounds in all four quadrants of the abdomen.Which factor from the patient's history will account for this assessment finding?
A) The patient has had gastroenteritis for the last 4 days with watery diarrhea.
B) The patient takes iron supplements daily to treat chronic anemia..
C) The patient has a paralytic ileus after undergoing abdominal surgery.
D) The patient takes ibuprofen 3 times daily for arthritis pain.
Hyperactive Bowel Sounds
Increased intestinal activity producing loud, frequent sounds, often indicating gastrointestinal disorder or irritation.
Gastroenteritis
An inflammation of the stomach and intestines, typically resulting from bacterial or viral infection, causing symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting.
Paralytic Ileus
A condition where there is a lack of intestinal movement, leading to a buildup and potential blockage of food material.
- Understand the relationship between patient history and clinical assessment findings.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the relationship between patient history and clinical assessment findings.