Question

a nurse is collecting data for an adult client. identify the correct sequence of steps used for data collection of the abdomen. (move the sequence of steps into the box on the right, placing them in the selected order of performance. use all the steps.) inspection palpation percussion auscultation

Explanation:

In abdominal assessment by a nurse, inspection is done first to visually observe the abdomen. Auscultation follows as palpation and percussion can alter bowel sounds. Percussion is then done to assess organ size and presence of fluid or air. Palpation is the last step to assess for tenderness, masses etc.

Answer:

1. Inspection
2. Auscultation
3. Percussion
4. Palpation