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Which of the following is NOT a possible cause of an acute abdomen?
Which of the following is NOT a possible cause of an acute abdomen?
- Appendicitis
- Acute pancreatitis
- Gallbladder stones (correct)
- Ovarian torsion
What is a common symptom associated with an acute abdomen?
What is a common symptom associated with an acute abdomen?
- Back pain
- Headache
- Chest pain
- Nausea (correct)
Which physical exam finding may suggest peritonitis in a patient with an acute abdomen?
Which physical exam finding may suggest peritonitis in a patient with an acute abdomen?
- Elevated blood pressure
- Decreased heart rate
- Normal temperature
- Absent bowel sounds (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a possible cause of an acute abdomen?
Which of the following is NOT a possible cause of an acute abdomen?
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Which physical exam finding may suggest a localized process in a patient with an acute abdomen?
Which physical exam finding may suggest a localized process in a patient with an acute abdomen?
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What is the most important initial step in approaching a patient with an acute abdomen?
What is the most important initial step in approaching a patient with an acute abdomen?
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