A patient with lower abdominal pain and nausea is admitted to the hospital. The patient's abdomen is distended and firm with hypoactive bowel sounds. The patient reports of not having a bowel movement for 3 days. What initial action will the provider take?

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The patient's symptoms suggest a potential bowel obstruction or another serious abdominal condition, necessitating diagnostic tests to accurately determine the cause of the symptoms before initiating treatment.

A Patient with Lower Abdominal Pain and Nausea Is Admitted