Final Review

Question 1

What’s the difference between Peritonitis and Acites

Answer 1

What it is
Peritonitis-Inflammation/infection of peritoneum
Ascites -Fluid buildup in peritoneal cavity

Cause
Peritonitis - Infection, rupture, trauma
Ascites -Liver failure, cancer, CHF

S/S
Peritonitis - Pain, rigidity, fever, N/V
Ascites - Swelling, discomfort, breathing difficulty

Emergency?
Peritonitis - YES – requires urgent care
Ascites - NO (unless infected), managed medically

Question 2

Cushings Triad?

Answer 2

1.Hypertension
Widening pulse pressure (high systolic, low/normal diastolic)

2.Bradycardia
Slow heart rate, often irregular

3.Irregular respirations
Cheyne-Stokes, ataxic breathing, or other abnormal patterns

Question 3

Visceral pain

Answer 3

dull, cramping, poorly localized (organ-based)