Appendicitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the pathophysiology of appendicitis?
A
Inflammation of the appendix
2
Q
What is the number one thing to worry about with appendicitis?
A
Rupture
3
Q
What are s/s of appendicitis?
A
- Generalized pain initially
- Rebound tenderness
- N/V (abd pain first)
- Anorexia
4
Q
With appendicitis where does pain eventually localize?
A
RLQ aka McBurney’s point
5
Q
How do you diagnose appendicitis?
A
- WBC increase
- US
- CT
6
Q
Should you give enemas or laxatives with appendicitis?
A
No, worry about rupture
7
Q
What is the treatment for appendicitis?
A
Surgery
8
Q
Surgery for appendicitis is laparoscopic unless what?
A
perforated
9
Q
After abdominal surgery for appendicitis what is the position of choice?
A
Fowlers? (don’t want pressure on suture line)
