Chapter 26 Terminology Flashcards
1
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The membrane that lines the abdominal cavity, and covers the organs within it
A
Peritoneum
2
Q
Which part of the peritoneum lines the abdominal cavity
A
Parietal peritoneum
3
Q
Which peritoneum covers the organs within the abdominal cavity?
A
Visceral peritoneum
4
Q
A localized intense pain that arises from the parietal peritoneum the lining of the abdominal cavity
A
Parietal pain
5
Q
Pain that is felt in the location other than where the pain originates
A
Referred pain
6
Q
The area posterior to the peritoneum between the peritoneum and the back
A
Retro peritoneal space
7
Q
Sharp pain it feels as the body tissues are being torn apart
A
Tearing pain
8
Q
A poorly localized, dull or diffuse pain that arises from the abdominal organs or visceral
A
Visceral pain
