For which of the following purposes does the nurse use auscultation during assessment of the urinary system?
A)Check for ureteral peristalsis.
B)Assess for bladder distension.
C)Identify renal artery or aortic bruits.
D)Determine the position of the kidneys.

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The presence of a bruit may indicate problems such as renal artery tortuosity or abdominal aortic aneurysm. Auscultation would not be helpful in assessing for the other listed urinary tract information.

For Which of the Following Purposes Does the Nurse Use