• Urinalysis: Urine clear, dark yellow, normal odor.
No nitrites, WBCs, RBCs, or ketones detected; pH
6.5, SG 1.017.

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left upper quadrant with deep pressure no masses
noted. Palpated right lower quadrant with deep
pressure no masses noted. Palpated lower left
quadrant with deep pressure firm oblong mass
(2x4cm)
Aortic palpation: aortic palpation wide is 2 cm no
lateral pulsation
Liver palpation: palpable one centimeter below right
costal margin
Spleen palpation: not palpable
bladder palpation: not palpable no distention or
tenderness
Kidney palpation: bilateral kidneys palpated not
palpable
Skin turgor: skin warm and dry no tenting
Pelvic exam: no inflammation or irritation of the
vulva, abnormal discharge, or bleeding, no masses,
growth, or tenderness upon palpation.
Digital rectal exam: no hemorrhoids, fissures, or
ulcerations. Strong sphincter tone, fecal Mass
detected in rectal vault.
Urinalysis: urine clear, dark yellow, normal odor. No
nitrates, WBC, RBC, or ketones detected; PH 6.5,
SG 1.017
Assessment
Dx: Fecal impaction
Differential diagnosis
1. Constipation
2. Irritable bowel syndrome
3. Rectal Mass
LLQ abdominal mass. Differential diagnoses include
constipation, diverticulitis, and intestinal
obstruction.

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Plan
Plan:
1. CT scan of abdomen
2. guiac stool test
3. CBC and CMP
4. Refer to gastroenterology for colonoscopy for
standard recommended colon cancer screening
Medication:
Fleet Cinema one bottle per rectum x 1 dose now in
office
2. Psyllium 8oz ;liquid 1- 3 times per day
Education: on psyllium for new users
Fecal impaction recommended high fiber diet at
least 20 to 35 grams per day
Referral: to gastroenterologist for colonoscopy
Follow up: return to clinic in one to two days after
CT scan or any blood in stool increased abdominal
pain nausea or vomiting or just not feeling better
Diagnostics
• Abdominal x-rays or CT scan to assess for
obstruction
• CBC to assess for elevated WBCs associated with
diverticulitis and electrolyte profile to evaluate
electrolyte and fluid status
Medication
• None at this time
Education
• Educate to increase/maintain fluid intake
• Diet is important in maintaining colon health.
Pending diagnostic test results, educate Ms. Park to
eat a diet rich in fiber such as whole wheat, pears,
and many other fruits, vegetables and oats
Referral/Consultation
• Pending diagnostic test results, may need GI or
surgical referral
Follow-up Planning
• Instruct the patient that is she develops a fever,
nausea, vomiting, and worsening abdominal pain,
she should seek immediate medical attention
• Revisit clinic in 5-7 days for follow up and
evaluation
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