How do you assess for masses in the abdomen

This Discussion has 2 parts:

1. GI
   • Make a comprehensive list of relevant information to gather when assessing abdominal pain.
   • How do you assess for masses in the abdomen and how you would document such findings?
   • Describe your findings on a previous patient that you have encountered where you have palpated a mass in the abdomen.
2. Musculoskeletal
   • Define, Compare, and Contrast the following conditions:
     • Osteoarthritis
     • Rheumatoid ArthritisThis Discussion has 2 parts:
       1. GI
          • Make a comprehensive list of relevant information to gather when assessing abdominal pain.
          • How do you assess for masses in the abdomen and how you would document such findings?
          • Describe your findings on a previous patient that you have encountered where you have palpated a mass in the abdomen.
       2. Musculoskeletal
          • Define, Compare, and Contrast the following conditions:
            • Osteoarthritis
            • Rheumatoid Arthritis