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NUR 3106 Abdomen Exam
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NUR 3106 Abdomen Exam 2024-2025right upper quadrant (RUQ)
liver
gallbladder
duodenum
head of pancreas
right kidney
adrenal gland
part of ascending and transverse colon
left upper quadrant (LUQ)
stomach
spleen
left lobe of liver
body of pancreas
left kidney and adrenal gland
part of transverse and descending colon
right lower quadrant (RLQ)
appendix
right ovary and tube
right ureter
right spermatic cord
, left lower quadrant (LLQ)
sigmoid colon
left ovary and tube
left ureter
left spermatic cord
when is the umbilical cord prominent on abdomen
newborn
abdominal wall during early childhood
less muscular, so organs may be easier to palpate
salivation decreases leading toOLDER ADULT
a dry mouth and decreased sense of taste
what is delayedOLDER ADULTS
emptying and gastric acid secretion
incidence of what increases in ageOLDER ADULTS
gallstones
although liver size decreasesOLDER ADULTS
most liver functions remain normal; however, drug metabolism is impaired
aging adults constantly report
constipation
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