Acute Pancreatitis vs. Chronic Pancreatitis Flashcards
1
Q
Severe, continuous begins in mid epigastrium then LUQ radiating to the back
Pain aggravated by eating after 1-2hrs
A
Acute Pancreatitis
2
Q
Pain not relieved by vomiting and antacid
Hypotension
Flexion of the spine
A
Acute Pancreatitis
3
Q
Abd guarding behavior
Low grade fever
Leukocytosis
Respiratory distress
A
Acute Pancreatitis
4
Q
Heavy, gnawing, occasional burning or crampy LUQ abd pain
A
Chronic Pancreatitis
5
Q
Malabsorption and weight loss
Impaired protein and fat digestion
A
Chronic Pancreatitis
6
Q
Mild jaundice with dark urine
Steatorrhea
D.M.
A
Chronic Pancreatitis
