2. Abdomen - General

Question 1

For the 4 quadrant pattern, what lines are used and what is their location?

Answer 1

Vertical = Sagittal/Median plane along line of xiphoid process to pubic symphysis

Horizontal = Transumbilical plane at L4

Question 2

For the 9 region pattern, what lines are used?

Answer 2

Vertical = 2 Midclavicular lines

Horizontal = Transpyloric or Subcostal + Transtubercular line

Question 3

McBurney’s Point Location?

Answer 3

2/3 along line from umbilicus to ASIS