Vascular sounds such as bruits,heard in the abdomen during physical assessment,may indicate which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A) Obstructed portal circulation
B) Dilated vessels
C) Tortuous vessels
D) Constricted vessels
E) Presence of an abscess

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Vascular sounds such as bruits may be heard and may indicate dilated,tortuous,or constricted vessels.Venous hums are also normally heard from the inferior vena cava.A hum in the periumbilical region in a patient with cirrhosis indicates obstructed portal circulation.Peritoneal friction rubs may also be heard and may indicate infection,abscess,or tumor.

Vascular Sounds Such as Bruits,heard in the Abdomen During Physical