To Assure Accuracy of a Daily Measurement of Abdominal Girth

Multiple Choice

To assure accuracy of a daily measurement of abdominal girth in a patient with ascites,the nurse will: (Select all that apply.)

A) place marks on the lateral sides of the abdomen where the tape is placed.
B) use the same tape every day.
C) measure girth with the tape placed 1 inch above the umbilicus.
D) measure the same area every day.
E) measure girth at the same time every day.