Abdominal Pain Flashcards
1
Q
What should you consider when examining someone with abdominal pain?
A
The site, intensity of pain, duration and frequency
Aggravating and relieving factors
Associated symptoms ( tachycardia/ hypotension)
2
Q
What causes abdominal pain?
A
Leaking abdominal aortic aneurysm
Appendicitis
Acute cholecystitis
Intestinal obstruction
