Abdominal conditions Flashcards
1
Q
- nausea and vomiting
- abdominal pain
- loose stools
A
- sips of water
- no food, only starchy if they really want to eat.
Could be food poisoning
2
Q
- severe pain, originates in the hip/lower back and radiates to abdomen and groin.
- usually aged between 30-50
A
- sips of water
- pain relief (as pain is severe)
- refer to medical help
Could be kidney stones
3
Q
- Burning gnawing sensation in upper middle and left abdomen
- usually before meals, early morning or when stressed
A
- antacids
- if pain not relieved, consider heart attack
Could be Gastric Ulcer
4
Q
- severe abdominal pain (followed by vaginal bleeding), often described as cramp like or stabbing.
- pain may be localised to one side and can radiate to tip of shoulder.
- vaginal bleeding appears dark brown like prune juice.
- high temperature
- signs of shock
A
- treat for shock
- refer to immediate medical help as can be fatal
Could be Ectopic Pregnancy
5
Q
Expectant mothers can travel up to the end of the …
A
35th week.
32nd week if twins or more.
6
Q
- the casualty knows/suspects they are pregnant
- sudden vaginal bleeding
- lower abdominal pain
- signs of shock
A
- DR ABC DE
- Gentle handling and reassurance
- keep any expelled material
- treat for shock if present
- inform captain and seek medical help
could be miscarriage
