Chapter 22: The Abdomen

Question 1

What is the overall shape of the abdomen?

Answer 1

A large oval cavity.

Question 2

Which structure marks the upper boundary of the abdomen?

Answer 2

The diaphragm.

Question 3

What forms the posterior boundary of the abdomen?

Answer 3

The vertebral column and paravertebral muscles.

Question 4

How many quadrants is the abdominal wall divided into?

Answer 4

Four quadrants.

Question 5

What organ is located in the right upper quadrant?

Answer 5

Liver.

Question 6

Which of the following organs is found in the left upper quadrant?

Answer 6

Spleen.

Question 7

What structure is associated with the right lower quadrant?

Answer 7

Appendix.

Question 8

Which organ is part of both the right upper quadrant and abdomen?

Answer 8

Duodenum.

Question 9

Which quadrant contains the left kidney?

Answer 9

Left upper quadrant.

Question 10

What organ does not belong in the left upper quadrant?

Answer 10

Cecum.

Question 11

What is the purpose of subjective assessments in abdominal assessment?

Answer 11

To gather personal and medical history related to abdominal health.

Question 12

Which symptom is associated with dysphagia?

Answer 12

Difficulty swallowing.

Question 13

What should be noted about bowel habits?

Answer 13

Regularity, consistency, and use of laxatives.

Question 14

What is the first step in objective abdominal assessment preparation?

Answer 14

Ensure the patient’s abdominal wall is relaxed.

Question 15

During which examination should bowel sounds be auscultated?

Answer 15

Before percussion and palpation.

Question 16

What is meant by tympany in abdominal percussion?

Answer 16

Predominant sound due to air in intestines.

Question 17

What does costovertebral angle tenderness indicate?

Answer 17

Possible kidney concerns or inflammation.

Question 18

What technique should be used for initial palpation?

Answer 18

Start with light palpation.

Question 19

What might guarding during palpation indicate?

Answer 19

Involuntary muscle contractions indicating discomfort.

Question 20

Which dietary factor is important in subjective assessments?

Answer 20

Nutritional intake and dietary habits.

Question 21

What is the primary purpose of palpation during an abdominal examination?

Answer 21

To assess size, location, and consistency of organs.

Question 22

What is the first step in palpation techniques?

Answer 22

Begin with light palpation for overall impressions.

Question 23

How deep should you push during deep palpation?

Answer 23

Approximately 5 to 8 cm.

Question 24

Which criteria should be documented if a mass is detected?

Answer 24

Location, size, shape, consistency, and tenderness.

Question 25

Where is the liver palpated during an examination?

Answer 25

In the right upper quadrant.

Question 26

Which organ is palpated in the left upper quadrant?

Answer 26

Spleen.

Question 27

What does the Alvarado Score assess for?

Answer 27

Risk of appendicitis.

Question 28

What health promotion actions help liver health?

Answer 28

Discuss behaviors that prevent hepatitis.

Question 29

Which hepatitis types have available vaccinations?

Answer 29

Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B.

Question 30

What is used to check for rebound tenderness?

Answer 30

Blumberg’s sign.

Question 31

Which structure is found in the Right Lower Quadrant of the abdomen in women?

Answer 31

Right ovary.

Question 32

What do the Left Lower Quadrant structures include in men?

Answer 32

Left spermatic cord.

Question 33

What is a key midline structure in the abdomen?

Answer 33

Aorta.

Question 34

Which of the following is a common gastrointestinal issue in Canadians?

Answer 34

Gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Question 35

What subjective data should be gathered regarding abdominal health?

Answer 35

Appetite.

Question 36

What does dysphagia refer to in subjective assessments?

Answer 36

Difficulty swallowing.

Question 37

Which of the following should be assessed for current medications?

Answer 37

Medication history.

Question 38

What should be confirmed before conducting objective assessments?

Answer 38

Bladder is empty.

Question 39

In performing an abdominal examination, what is crucial for accurate results?

Answer 39

Patient’s abdominal wall is relaxed.

Question 40

What is one of the key components to inquire about for bowel habits?

Answer 40

Use of laxatives.