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1. Ascites is defined as: A. a bowel obstruction. B. a proximal loop of the large intestine. C. an abnormal enlargement of the spleen. D. an abnormal accumulation of serous fluid within the peritoneal cavity.

2. Pyloric stenosis is a(n): A. abnormal enlargement of the pyloric sphincter. B. inflammation of the pyloric sphincter. C. congenital narrowing of the pyloric sphincter. D. abnormal opening in the pyloric sphincter.

3. Moles on the abdomen: A. are common. B. are uncommon. C. require a biopsy. D. are no cause for concern.

4. The organ in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen is the: A. spleen. B. liver. C. cecum. D. sigmoid colon.

5. The four layers of large, flat abdominal muscles form the: A. linea alba. B. rectus abdominis. C. ventral abdominal wall. D. viscera.

6. Pyrosis is: A. an inflammation of the peritoneum. B. a burning sensation in the upper abdomen. C. a congenital narrowing of the pyloric sphincter. D. an abnormally sunken abdominal wall.

7. The abdomen normally moves with breathing until the age of ____ years. A. 4 B. 7 C. 14 D. 75

8. Older adults have: A. decreased salivation leading to dry mouth. B. increased gastric acid secretion. C. increased liver size. D. decreased incidence of gallstones.

9. The symptoms occurring with lactose intolerance include: A. bloating and flatulence.

B. gray stools. C. hematemesis. D. anorexia.

10. Methods to enhance abdominal wall relaxation during examination include: A. a cool environment. B. having the patient place arms above the head. C. examining painful areas first. D. positioning the patient with the knees bent.

ANSWERS: 1. 2. 3. 4.

D C A B

5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

C B B A A D...