Appendicitis in Children and Adolescents
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What is the risk of fetal loss if the appendix has ruptured during appendicitis?

  • 15%
  • 36% (correct)
  • 1.5%
  • 50%
  • Older adults typically present with classical signs of appendicitis.

    False

    What is the primary curative measure for appendicitis?

    Surgery

    If the appendix is not found on an ultrasound, appendicitis should still be a ________ diagnosis.

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

    Match the following outcomes with their corresponding conditions regarding appendicitis:

    <p>Nonruptured Appendix = Outcomes are the same as for nonpregnant women Ruptured Appendix = Risk of fetal loss jumps to 36% Older Adults = Higher rate of perforation Laparoscopic Appendectomy = Better outcomes for older adults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of appendicitis in infants?

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

    Appendicitis is more likely to be diagnosed in children under the age of 4.

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

    What percentage of children diagnosed with appendicitis had been to the Emergency Department within the past 7 days?

    <p>2.8%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In pregnant women, acute appendicitis may present with new-onset ________ instead of classical signs.

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

    Which group of children is more likely to have a delayed diagnosis of appendicitis?

    <p>Black children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the demographic with the likelihood of having a delayed diagnosis of appendicitis:

    <p>Black children = 10.3% less likely to have adequate imaging Hispanic children = 29.7% less likely to have adequate imaging Other children of color = 33.3% less likely to have adequate imaging White children = 32.8% incision of perforations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ultrasound imaging is used first when diagnosing appendicitis in pregnant women.

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

    What role should nurses advocate for in the management of appendicitis?

    <p>Appropriate diagnosis, treatment, and management of pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Appendicitis in Children and Adolescents

    • Children under 4 typically do not develop appendicitis.
    • Appendicitis in young children often progresses to rupture because they cannot accurately communicate their pain.
    • Common symptoms in infants include listlessness, inconsolability, vomiting, and a distended abdomen.
    • Appendicitis is rare in infants, leading to delayed diagnosis and an increase in rupture, complications, and death.
    • Older children may not exhibit typical signs, with lethargy, reduced mobility, and guarding being potential indicators.
    • Cultural factors influence the progression of appendicitis in children.
    • Black, Hispanic, and other children of color are more likely to have delayed diagnoses and less likely to receive diagnostic imaging.
    • Black, Hispanic, and other children of color experience a significantly higher incidence of perforation compared to white children.
    • Discrimination can contribute to delayed diagnosis and increased severity.
    • A study found Black children are less likely to receive adequate pain medication in emergency departments.

    Appendicitis in Pregnant Women

    • Acute appendicitis is a common surgical presentation in pregnant women.
    • Pregnant women might not present with typical appendicitis symptoms.
    • Instead, they might experience heartburn, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, and right lower abdominal tenderness.
    • Ultrasound imaging is the initial diagnostic tool, with MRI used for inconclusive cases.
    • Surgery is the treatment, with outcomes similar to non-pregnant women if the appendix has not ruptured.
    • Rupture increases the risk of fetal loss to 36%, compared to 1.5% without rupture.

    Appendicitis in Older Adults

    • Older adults may have a weakened immune response, resulting in a less pronounced inflammatory response and atypical appendicitis symptoms.
    • Confusion and abdominal pain should prompt consideration of appendicitis in older adults.
    • The lack of typical signs may lead to delayed care, resulting in a higher rate of perforation.
    • Laparoscopic appendectomy, regardless of complications, offers improved outcomes in older adults, including shorter hospital stays, higher likelihood of home discharge, and fewer complications.

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    This quiz explores the various aspects of appendicitis as it occurs in children and adolescents. It addresses symptoms, diagnostic challenges, and cultural factors impacting disease progression and treatment. The quiz highlights disparities in healthcare access and outcomes among different racial and ethnic groups.

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