Exam findings and Diagnoses (E and D)

Question 1

Peritonitis: (D)

Answer 1

Inflammation of the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) that can indicate a hole in the GI tract or Appendicitis.
- Context: pain when pt jumps

Question 2

Peritoneal signs: (E)

Answer 2

Possible D: Peritonitis
- Severe abd. pain worse w/ movement, n, v, f, abd. sw, fluid in abd., no bowel movements, oliguria, thirst, dyspnea, or hypotension/shock

Question 3

Dyspnea: (E/D)

Answer 3

Difficulty breathing/SOB/uncomfortable respiration. Common with asthma, COPD, panic attacks, or PEs.

Question 4

Oliguria: (E/D)

Answer 4

Decreased urine output. Common with urethral stricter, sepsis, and dehydration.

Question 5

Hypotension: (D)

Answer 5

Low blood pressure. 90/60 mmHg. Can cause dizziness, blurred vision, and tiredness. Many causes.

Question 6

Rebound: (E)

Answer 6

Pain when abdomen is pressed down on and then released. Sign of peritonitis.

Question 7

Axial Loading: (E)

Answer 7

Application of weight or force along longitudinal axis of the body.
- Context: AL thumb of pt who fell on wrist

Question 8

Ecchymosis: (E/D)

Answer 8

Bruise or contusion from damaged or leaking blood vessels under the skin.

Question 9

Erythema: (E/D)

Answer 9

Patches of red skin resulting from dilation of capillaries caused by injury, infection, or irritation.