Acute Abdomen
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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?

  • Back pain
  • Headache
  • Chest pain
  • Nausea (correct)

    • 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?

    <p>Gastric ulcer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which physical exam finding may suggest a localized process in a patient with an acute abdomen?

    <p>Absent bowel sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most important initial step in approaching a patient with an acute abdomen?

    <p>Obtaining a thorough history</p> Signup and view all the answers

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