Part of the abdominal examination the nurse practitioner will conduct is the assessment of skin color.As the nurse practitioner assesses the abdominal skin, the findings include which of these signs that are concerning?

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Bluish discoloration on the flanks, known as Grey Turner's sign, can indicate retroperitoneal hemorrhage or acute pancreatitis, which are concerning findings.

Part of the Abdominal Examination the Nurse Practitioner Will Conduct