Session 11 - Abdo exma Flashcards
1
Q
What 2 things could midgut colicky pain be? How would you differentiate between the 2?
A
Small or large bowel obstruction
Small - every 2/3 minutes colicky pain
Large - every 10 to 15 minutes colicky pain
2
Q
What could hindgut pain be?
A
sigmoid volvulus
3
Q
When should you investigate weight loss?
A
If >5% unintentional weight loss