Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 1533 of 2368
A client who has been immobile for several days has not had a bowel movement. Where should the nurse palpate to check for stool?
- The right upper quadrant
- The left lower quadrant
- The right lower quadrant
- The left upper quadrant
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Correct answer: The left lower quadrant
Stool presence in suspected constipation is checked by palpating the left lower quadrant.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Mobility: Assessment. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026