Intussusception_flashcards
Can you describe the abdominal pain? Does he draw his legs up or keep them constant?
Ask the mother to describe the abdominal pain, and if he draws his legs up or keeps them constant.
Is there recovery between episodes of pain?
Inquire if there is any recovery between episodes of pain.
Have you noticed any abdominal mass?
Ask if the mother has noticed any abdominal mass.
Has he experienced nausea or vomiting? Was the vomit bile-stained?
Inquire if he has experienced nausea or vomiting, and if the vomit was bile-stained.
Has he had diarrhea or constipation? Any blood in the stool? How much? Does it look like red-currant jelly?
Ask about his bowel movements, including diarrhea, constipation, and presence of blood in the stool. Clarify how much blood and if it looks like red-currant jelly.
Has he been more tired than usual or had inconsolable crying?
Inquire if he has been more tired than usual or had episodes of inconsolable crying.
Does he have a fever?
Check if he has a fever.
Is he feeding poorly? Is he able to drink water? Any change in weight?
Ask about his feeding habits, ability to drink water, and any changes in weight.
Has he had any recent infection or been in contact with anyone who is ill?
Inquire if he has had any recent infection or been in contact with anyone who is ill.
