After thorough inspection of the abdomen, the next assessment step is:
A) percussion.
B) palpation.
C) auscultation.
D) rectal examination.

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Assessment of the abdomen begins with inspection followed by auscultation. This break from the usual system examination sequence occurs because palpation and percussion can alter the frequency and intensity of bowel sounds. Therefore, auscultation is done first.

After Thorough Inspection of the Abdomen, the Next Assessment Step