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bowel sound Physical exam-abdomen Any sound caused by contractions of the large intestine as it propels stool forward Types Normoactive, hyperactive, hypoactive, high-pitched, inaudible, tympanitic, decreased, markedly diminished How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Doctors and nurses check for the return of bowel sounds (indicating movements) after the surgery, to make sure recovery is proceeding. He found generalized abdominal tenderness and decreased bowel sounds. He maintained that when bowel sounds are not detected, standard protocols called for an LPN is to locate another nurse to listen for bowel sounds, and if none are heard, immediately notify a physician and immediately notify the resident's family as well as The Director of Nursing. |
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