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    A Patient Has Hypoactive Bowel Sounds
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A Patient Has Hypoactive Bowel Sounds

Question 36

Question 36

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A patient has hypoactive bowel sounds. What is a possible cause of this finding?


A) Diarrhea
B) Peritonitis
C) Laxative use
D) Gastroenteritis

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