ATI RN
ATI Capstone Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform an abdominal assessment on a client. Identify the sequence of steps the nurse should take to conduct the assessment. (Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the selected order of performance. Use all the steps.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Action to Take: A, B; Potential Condition: None; Parameter to Monitor: C, E.
Rationale:
1. Inspecting for skin integrity (
A) allows the nurse to assess for any visible abnormalities or lesions.
2. Asking about abdominal pain history (
B) provides insight into potential underlying conditions.
3. Auscultating for bowel sounds (
C) helps assess gastrointestinal motility and function.
4. Percussing the abdomen (
D) helps identify areas of abnormal fluid or gas accumulation.
5. Palpating for tenderness (E) assesses for pain or masses in the abdomen.
Summary:
- Not inspecting the abdomen (
A) could miss skin abnormalities.
- Not asking about abdominal pain history (
B) could overlook important medical information.
- Skipping auscultation (
C) could lead to missing crucial gastrointestinal assessment.
- Not percussing (
D) may result in overlooking potential abdominal issues.
- Omitting palpation (E) could miss detecting tend
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