A step−by-step guide to performing a complete abdominal examination

Martin Steggall; Carol Cox

doi:10.12968/gasn.2009.7.1.39369

A step−by-step guide to performing a complete abdominal examination

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This clinical skills series is designed for the nursing professional as a basic overview on key clinical skills necessary for patient care, clearly presenting common clinical procedures and their rationale, together with the essential background theory. In this first article in the series, Carol Cox and Martin Steggall describe the process associated with abdominal assessment. It focuses on a systematic approach and highlights areas in which gastrointestinal nurses may enhance their knowledge and practice.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	10-17
Journal	Gastrointestinal Nursing
Volume	7
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.12968/gasn.2009.7.1.39369
Publication status	Published - 19 Feb 2009
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Digital rectal examination
Clinical skills
Inpsection
Assessment
Colorectal surgery
Male and female examination

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A step−by-step guide to performing a complete abdominal examination

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