The nurse is assessing an underweight older-adult client and observes pulsation of the abdominal aorta in the epigastric area. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

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Visible pulsation of the abdominal aorta is commonly observed in the epigastric area for thin individuals and the nurse should simply document the finding in the admission assessment. Unless there are other abnormal findings (such as a bruit, pain, or hyper/hypotension) associated with the pulsation, the other actions are not necessary.

The Nurse Is Assessing an Underweight Older-Adult Client and Observes