A nurse assesses the abdomen of a client before and after administering a small-volume cleansing enema. What condition would be an expected finding?

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Administering a small-volume cleansing enema can stimulate the bowel and cause an increase in bowel sounds as the contents of the intestines are pushed out. Abdominal tenderness, areas of distention, and muscular resistance would not be expected findings after administering a small-volume cleansing enema.

A Nurse Assesses the Abdomen of a Client Before and After