Multiple Choice
A 22-year-old man falls with his motorcycle and lands on the handlebars on his left side.He comes to the clinic for an examination.The nurse suspects that he may have injured his spleen.Which of the following is true regarding assessment of the spleen in this situation?
A) The spleen can be enlarged as a result of trauma.
B) The spleen is normally felt upon routine palpation.
C) If an enlarged spleen is noted,palpate it thoroughly to determine size.
D) An enlarged spleen should not be palpated because it can rupture easily.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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