The nurse is listening to bowel sounds. Which of these statements is true of bowel sounds?
A) Sound like two pieces of leather being rubbed together
B) Are usually high-pitched, gurgling, and irregular sounds
C) Are usually loud, high-pitched, rushing, and tinkling sounds
D) Originate from the movement of air and fluid through the large intestine
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