Provide a comprehensive list of key information to gather during an assessment of a patient with abdominal pain

GI Assessment:

Provide a comprehensive list of key information to gather during an assessment of a patient with abdominal pain. Discuss any modern tools or technologies that might assist in this process.
Describe the techniques you would use to assess for masses in the abdomen and how you would document such findings, including any relevant diagnostic tests or imaging that might be involved.
Share an example from your clinical experience where you palpated a mass in the abdomen. Discuss the approach you took in assessing and documenting the finding, along with any follow-up actions or referrals.
Musculoskeletal Assessment:

Compare and contrast osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in terms of their pathophysiology. Highlight key differences in their underlying mechanisms.
Discuss health promotion strategies that are appropriate for patients with each condition. Consider lifestyle changes, pain management, and any preventative measures that can slow disease progression.

Submission Instructions:
*Be sure you have first submitted your initial discussion post to this module’s “Initial Post Screening” before proceeding to post to the discussion board.
Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources. Sources should be current (published within last five years).