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A diaphragmatic hernia is caused by a defect in the abdominal musculature.
A diaphragmatic hernia is caused by a defect in the abdominal musculature.
False
Protrusion of the navel usually indicates an umbilical hernia.
Protrusion of the navel usually indicates an umbilical hernia.
True
An incisional hernia may develop after a surgical incision, leading to a protrusion near the area of the surgical scar.
An incisional hernia may develop after a surgical incision, leading to a protrusion near the area of the surgical scar.
True
Paralytic ileus may cause visible masses in the superficial abdominal wall.
Paralytic ileus may cause visible masses in the superficial abdominal wall.
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Most hernias are irreducible, meaning their contents cannot be pushed back into place.
Most hernias are irreducible, meaning their contents cannot be pushed back into place.
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Umbilical hernias usually close spontaneously by 1 to 2 months of age.
Umbilical hernias usually close spontaneously by 1 to 2 months of age.
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Diastasis rectus abdominis is a separation that is usually between the xiphoid and the umbilicus.
Diastasis rectus abdominis is a separation that is usually between the xiphoid and the umbilicus.
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Peristalsis is usually visible when observing an infant's abdomen for signs of intestinal obstruction.
Peristalsis is usually visible when observing an infant's abdomen for signs of intestinal obstruction.
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The protrusion of the abdomen in a young child gives a sunken appearance when the child is standing.
The protrusion of the abdomen in a young child gives a sunken appearance when the child is standing.
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Herniation through the rectus abdominis muscles is a common issue in infants.
Herniation through the rectus abdominis muscles is a common issue in infants.
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Distention above the umbilicus is always indicative of a tumor.
Distention above the umbilicus is always indicative of a tumor.
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Symmetry of the abdominal area should be assessed only from a standing position behind the patient's head.
Symmetry of the abdominal area should be assessed only from a standing position behind the patient's head.
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Generalized symmetric distention is primarily caused by hernias.
Generalized symmetric distention is primarily caused by hernias.
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Asymmetric distention in the abdomen may only indicate hernia and bowel obstruction.
Asymmetric distention in the abdomen may only indicate hernia and bowel obstruction.
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The umbilicus may show signs of inflammation, swelling, or bulge that suggest a hernia.
The umbilicus may show signs of inflammation, swelling, or bulge that suggest a hernia.
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Hypokalemia is never a cause of paralytic ileus in patients.
Hypokalemia is never a cause of paralytic ileus in patients.
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Diuretics have no impact on the occurrence of intestinal pseudo-obstruction.
Diuretics have no impact on the occurrence of intestinal pseudo-obstruction.
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Striae of recent origin are pink or blue in color and remain the same color over time.
Striae of recent origin are pink or blue in color and remain the same color over time.
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Contracting the rectus abdominis muscles can reveal previously unseen bulges or masses in the abdominal cavity.
Contracting the rectus abdominis muscles can reveal previously unseen bulges or masses in the abdominal cavity.
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Sister Mary Joseph's nodule is a common benign condition related to weight gain.
Sister Mary Joseph's nodule is a common benign condition related to weight gain.
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A diaphragmatic hernia typically presents with a protrusion near the area of the surgical scar.
A diaphragmatic hernia typically presents with a protrusion near the area of the surgical scar.
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Paralytic ileus may lead to visible masses in the superficial abdominal wall.
Paralytic ileus may lead to visible masses in the superficial abdominal wall.
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Most umbilical hernias close spontaneously by 1 to 2 months of age.
Most umbilical hernias close spontaneously by 1 to 2 months of age.
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Incisional hernias are commonly caused by a protrusion of the navel.
Incisional hernias are commonly caused by a protrusion of the navel.
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Herniation through the rectus abdominis muscles is a frequent issue in newborns.
Herniation through the rectus abdominis muscles is a frequent issue in newborns.
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A distended abdomen in an infant is always suggestive of paralytic ileus.
A distended abdomen in an infant is always suggestive of paralytic ileus.
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Spider nevi are not associated with any medical conditions.
Spider nevi are not associated with any medical conditions.
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A single umbilical artery is a normal finding in newborns.
A single umbilical artery is a normal finding in newborns.
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Granulomatous tissue present in the umbilical cord area is always indicative of infection.
Granulomatous tissue present in the umbilical cord area is always indicative of infection.
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An umbilical hernia in infants is characterized by the protrusion of omentum and intestine through the umbilical opening.
An umbilical hernia in infants is characterized by the protrusion of omentum and intestine through the umbilical opening.
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Paralytic ileus is a condition characterized by excessive peristalsis in the small intestine.
Paralytic ileus is a condition characterized by excessive peristalsis in the small intestine.
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A diaphragmatic hernia is caused by a defect in the diaphragm muscle.
A diaphragmatic hernia is caused by a defect in the diaphragm muscle.
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An umbilical hernia usually occurs due to a tear or weakness in the abdominal muscles near the navel.
An umbilical hernia usually occurs due to a tear or weakness in the abdominal muscles near the navel.
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An incisional hernia develops when the appendix bursts, causing a protrusion near the surgical scar.
An incisional hernia develops when the appendix bursts, causing a protrusion near the surgical scar.
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Most umbilical hernias in infants close spontaneously within 1 to 2 months after birth.
Most umbilical hernias in infants close spontaneously within 1 to 2 months after birth.
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Herniation through the rectus abdominis muscles is a prevalent issue in newborns.
Herniation through the rectus abdominis muscles is a prevalent issue in newborns.
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An umbilical hernia often indicates a protrusion near the bladder.
An umbilical hernia often indicates a protrusion near the bladder.
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Paralytic ileus can lead to visible masses in the superficial abdominal wall.
Paralytic ileus can lead to visible masses in the superficial abdominal wall.
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Incisional hernias are mostly reducible, meaning their contents can be easily pushed back into place.
Incisional hernias are mostly reducible, meaning their contents can be easily pushed back into place.
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Diaphragmatic hernias are commonly associated with difficulties in breathing and chest pain.
Diaphragmatic hernias are commonly associated with difficulties in breathing and chest pain.
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