subjective data of the abdomen

subjective assessments

appetite/weight, dysphagia, food intolerance, abdomen pain, N/V, history, bowel habits

objective assessments

order of examination

 Inspection, Auscultation, Percussion, and Palpation

inspection of abdomen includes?

Observe the contour, symmetry, umbilicus, characteristics, visible pulsations from the aorta in the epigastric area

Auscultation

Use the diaphragm for high-pitched bowel sounds, normally 5–30 times per minute

Percussion

assess the density of contents and locate organs, General tympany

types of palpation?

light, deed, specific

what is light palpation?

Used to detect surface tenderness and muscular resistance

what is deep palpation?

Used to delineate organs and detect masses