Bowel Obstruction Flashcards by Tw Q | Brainscape

Q

What are the causes of a small bowel obstruction

A

adhesions: most common
Crohns: strictures
malignancy
Appendicitis
Gallstone Okies

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What are the symptoms of small bowel obstruction

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billows vomiting
not passing stool or flatulent
distended abdomen

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How do you manage a small bowel obstruction

A

ABCDE
Drip and suck
Fluids and electrolytes
Fluid balance
catheter

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