Abdominal Wall Hernias Quiz

An incisional hernia is caused by a defect in the abdominal musculature that develops after a surgical incision, resulting in a protrusion in the area of the surgical scar.

Protrusion of the navel indicates an umbilical hernia.

If a hernia is nonreducible or incarcerated, the blood supply to the protruded contents may become obstructed and require immediate surgery.

<p>Diastasis recti may become apparent when the patient raises his or her head from the table.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A diaphragmatic hernia occurs when there is a defect in the diaphragm that allows abdominal contents to move into the chest cavity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Measure the diameter of the umbilical opening rather than the protruding contents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By 1 to 2 years of age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A separation 1 to 4 cm wide in the midline between the xiphoid and the umbilicus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Peristaltic waves observed in the abdomen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By 1 month of age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inflammation, swelling, or bulge</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It suggests intra-abdominal bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sister Mary Joseph's nodule</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Obesity, enlarged organs, fluid, or gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ovarian tumor, pregnancy, uterine fibroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diuretics, narcotics, hypothyroidism</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hypokalemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Asking the patient to take a deep breath and hold it</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Possible paralytic ileus</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Umbilical hernias occur at the umbilicus, while incisional hernias occur at the site of a previous surgical incision</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Umbilical hernia</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Incisional hernia</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diaphragmatic hernia</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Paralytic ileus</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A single umbilical artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Umbilical hernia occurs at the belly button, while incisional hernia occurs at the site of a previous surgical incision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A diaphragmatic hernia occurs when there is a hole in the diaphragm, allowing abdominal organs to move into the chest cavity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The main risk with paralytic ileus is the potential for bowel perforation due to the lack of movement within the intestines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Peristalsis is a wave-like muscle contraction that propels food along the digestive tract through rhythmic contractions and relaxations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The mesentery covers most of the small intestine and anchors it to the posterior abdominal wall, providing protection and support.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Paralytic ileus is caused by decreased or absent intestinal motility, while a mechanical obstruction is caused by a physical blockage in the intestine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A diaphragmatic hernia occurs when abdominal organs move into the chest cavity through a defect in the diaphragm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Risk factors for developing an umbilical hernia include obesity, multiple pregnancies, and chronic coughing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An incisional hernia occurs at the site of a previous surgical incision, while other hernias may develop in different areas of the abdominal wall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Signs and symptoms of a strangulated hernia include severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and discoloration of the overlying skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An umbilical hernia is typically diagnosed based on physical examination, where a bulge is felt near the umbilicus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Untreated diaphragmatic hernia in infants can lead to respiratory distress, lung hypoplasia, and even death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Treatment for an incarcerated umbilical hernia involves manual reduction or surgical repair to prevent strangulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ileocecal valve acts as a one-way valve that prevents the reflux of fecal contents from the large intestine into the small intestine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A paralytic ileus results from decreased motility without a physical blockage, while an obstruction due to adhesions involves a mechanical blockage caused by scar tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers