What quadrant of the abdomen should the nurse start for auscultation of the abdominal assessment? Select your answer by clicking the desired location on the image below. To move a pin, click another location on the image. To remove a pin, click it once.

Answer: Right Lower Quadrant (Blue mark) Auscultation of the abdomen must begin in the Right Lower Quadrant (RLQ) because this is the anatomical location of the ileocecal valve. Peristaltic sounds are typically most audible and consistent at this junction. Following a clockwise sequence ensures that all segments of the large intestine are systematically evaluated for motility. Auscultation must precede palpation and percussion.