Before auscultating the abdomen for the presence of bowel sounds on a patient,the nurse will:
A)warm the end piece of the stethoscope by placing it in warm water.
B)leave the gown on so that the patient does not get chilled during the examination.
C)make sure that the bell side of the stethoscope is turned to the "on" position.
D)check the temperature of the room and offer blankets to the patient if he or she feels cold.

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The examination room should be warm.If the patient shivers,the involuntary muscle contractions can make it difficult to hear the underlying sounds.The end of the stethoscope should be warmed between the examiner's hands.Never listen through a gown.The diaphragm of the stethoscope would be used to auscultate for bowel sounds.

Before Auscultating the Abdomen for the Presence of Bowel Sounds