During the auscultation of a person's abdomen the person states, 'Something must be wrong-you've been listening down there forever!' How should the nurse respond?

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The best response would be to explain to the person that the nurse needs to listen over all the major areas of the stomach during an abdominal auscultation. This will help the nurse assess the person's bowel sounds and detect any abnormal findings. It is important to communicate clearly with the person and provide information about the procedure to address any concerns they may have.

During the Auscultation of a Person's Abdomen the Person States