Diverticulitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is diverticulitis?
A
Inflammation of diverticulum
2
Q
Where do most patients with diverticulitis report mild to moderate pain?
A
LLQ
3
Q
What physical findings of diverticulitis might you find?
A
LLQ tenderness, palpable mass, febrile
4
Q
What labs should be done for diverticulitis?
A
CBC w/diff
Occult blood
5
Q
What imaging should be done for diverticulitis?
A
Colonoscopy
6
Q
What conservative management should be done with patients that have diverticulitis?
A
Clear liquid diet
7
Q
What medications should patients with diverticulitis be taking?
A
Dual Therapy antibiotics
Augmentin or Metronidazole
Cipro or Bactrim
For 7-10 days
8
Q
Patients with diverticulitis with systemic sx may require?
A
Hospitalization
