A scaphoid abdomen is characterized as a(n)

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The contour of the abdomen describes the patient's nutritional state and normally ranges from flat to rounded.Abnormal contours are described as scaphoid and protuberant.A scaphoid abdomen has a concave symmetrical profile which reflects a decrease in fat deposits,a malnourished state,or flaccid muscle tone.A convex symmetrical profile,with maximum height of the abdomen at the umbilicus is a protuberant abdomen.A convex contour with taut stretching of skin over the abdominal wall refers to abdominal distention.An asymmetrical profile,possibly indicating the presence of a tumor or a bowel obstruction,is a description of the symmetry of the abdomen,not the contour.

A Scaphoid Abdomen Is Characterized as A(n)