The Acute Abdomen Flashcards
1
Q
what is acute abdomen?
A
a combination of symptoms and signs including abdomen pain which results in the px being referred
2
Q
what are the routes of peritonitis?
A
perforation of GI
female genital tract
penetration of abdomen wall
3
Q
what are the cardinal features of intestinal obstruction? (5)
A
pain vomiting distension constipation borbogymi
(depends on site proximal vs. distal)
4
Q
what do you need to do for resuscitation in acute abdomen cases?
A
restore circulating fluid vol ensure tissue perfusion enhance oxygenation treat sepsis decompress gut adequate pain relief
