Multiple Choice
In which sequence should the nurse perform the abdominal assessment?
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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Abdominopelvic Quadrants and Regions
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Which abdominal region is located directly above the hypogastric region?
A
Epigastric region
B
Umbilical region
C
Right lumbar region
D
Left iliac region
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Begin by understanding the layout of the nine abdominal regions. These regions are used to describe the location of organs and pain in the abdomen.
Visualize or refer to a diagram of the abdominal regions. The nine regions are: right hypochondriac, epigastric, left hypochondriac, right lumbar, umbilical, left lumbar, right iliac, hypogastric, and left iliac.
Identify the hypogastric region, which is located in the lower central part of the abdomen.
Determine which region is directly above the hypogastric region. The umbilical region is located directly above the hypogastric region in the central part of the abdomen.
Review the options provided: Epigastric region, Umbilical region, Right lumbar region, Left iliac region. Confirm that the umbilical region is the correct answer as it is directly above the hypogastric region.
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