Asked by Abdalla Alqudaifi on Jul 21, 2024
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The nurse is listening to bowel sounds. Which of these statements is true of bowel sounds?
A) Sound like two pieces of leather being rubbed together
B) Are usually high-pitched, gurgling, and irregular sounds
C) Are usually loud, high-pitched, rushing, and tinkling sounds
D) Originate from the movement of air and fluid through the large intestine
Bowel Sounds
Noises made by the movement of the intestines, which can be heard through a stethoscope.
High-Pitched
Describes a sound that is sharp and has a frequency at the higher end of the human's hearing range.
- Acquire knowledge of the essential concepts and approaches for abdominal evaluation, involving techniques such as auscultation, percussion, and palpation.
- Acquire knowledge on the theories behind bowel sounds and their implications in medical practices.
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Caitlin MyersJul 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Bowel sounds are high-pitched, gurgling, and cascading sounds that irregularly occur from 5 to 30 times per minute. They originate from the movement of air and fluid through the small intestine.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of the essential concepts and approaches for abdominal evaluation, involving techniques such as auscultation, percussion, and palpation.
- Acquire knowledge on the theories behind bowel sounds and their implications in medical practices.
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