After an initial assessment, a nurse documents that a patient, admitted for abdominal pain, has hyperactive bowel sounds. As a result, the nurse could expect the patient's bowel movements to be

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Hyperactive bowel sounds indicate increased intestinal motility, which can lead to more frequent and loose bowel movements. Therefore, the best choice is D, liquid or semi-liquid. Choices A, B, and C describe stool characteristics that are not typically associated with hyperactive bowel sounds.

After an Initial Assessment, a Nurse Documents That a Patient