8: Acute abdomen Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main ddx for an acute abdomen?
A
Spinal pain
2
Q
How much fluid do you need before you can feel a thrill?
A
10ml/kg
3
Q
For blind abdominocentesis, which way do you diret the needle?
A
Right cranial quadrant (1 inch lateral and cranial to umbilicus with right side down)
4
Q
What does destolit do?
A
Bile thinning
