Questions and Answers
Bruising to the right upper quadrant of the abdomen following blunt trauma is MOST suggestive of injury to the:
What is the mesentery?
A membranous fold that attaches the intestines to the walls of the body.
Contraction or tensing of the abdominal muscles in an effort to ease pain is called?
Guarding
Accumulation of blood in the abdominal cavity will MOST likely cause?
Signup and view all the answers
When worn properly, where should a seatbelt lie?
Signup and view all the answers
The presence of tachycardia following a significant abdominal injury should be assumed to be a sign of shock.
Signup and view all the answers
Early bruising following abdominal trauma often manifests as?
Signup and view all the answers
What does bruising around the umbilicus indicate?
Signup and view all the answers
Compression injury is most likely due to which of the following?
Signup and view all the answers
When a patient stiffens the muscles of the abdomen, it is known as _______.
Signup and view all the answers
Injuries to the external male genitalia are rarely life-threatening.
Signup and view all the answers
Injury to the kidneys usually indicates injury to other organs.
Signup and view all the answers
What should you do if a patient's level of consciousness decreases and respirations become shallow during transport?
Signup and view all the answers
The protruding organs in abdominal eviscerations should be kept warm and moist.
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following organs would MOST likely bleed profusely when injured?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Abdominal Injuries and Trauma
- Bruising in the right upper quadrant indicates potential liver injury.
- The mesentery connects the intestines to the body wall through a membranous fold.
- Abdominal muscle contraction from pain is termed guarding.
- Blood accumulation in the abdomen typically results in distention.
Trauma Assessment and Signs
- Properly worn seatbelts should rest below the anterior superior iliac spines and against the hips.
- Tachycardia after significant abdominal injury is indicative of shock.
- Early bruising from abdominal trauma may appear as red areas on the skin.
- Bruising around the umbilicus suggests intra-abdominal bleeding.
Specific Injury Types
- Compression injuries often arise from incorrectly positioned seatbelts.
- Guarding is the term used when a patient stiffens abdominal muscles due to pain.
- External male genitalia injuries are generally not life-threatening.
- Kidney injuries often coincide with other organ injuries.
Patient Management
- In cases of decreased consciousness and shallow respirations in trauma patients, insert an airway adjunct and assist ventilations with a bag-valve-mask.
- For abdominal eviscerations, it is crucial to keep protruding organs warm and moist.
- The liver is the organ most likely to cause profuse bleeding when injured.
Abdominal Trauma and Injuries
- Bruising in the right upper quadrant typically indicates liver injury.
- Mesentery connects intestines to the abdominal wall, playing a crucial role in organ support.
- Guarding refers to muscle tensing in the abdomen, a response to pain.
- Blood accumulation in the abdomen can lead to noticeable distention.
- Proper seatbelt placement is vital; it should rest below the pelvic anterior superior iliac spines and against the hips.
- Tachycardia following abdominal trauma suggests potential shock.
- Early abdominal bruising appears as red spots on the skin.
- Bruising around the umbilicus often signifies intra-abdominal bleeding.
- Compression injuries are frequently caused by improperly positioned seat belts.
Patient Assessment and Care
- Assess for guarding when a patient voluntarily stiffens abdominal muscles.
- External male genital injuries are generally not life-threatening.
- Kidney injuries often occur alongside damage to other organs.
- In case of decreased consciousness and shallow breathing post-trauma, use an airway adjunct and assist ventilations with a BVM.
Specific Injury Response
- Warmth and moisture are critical for protruding organs in cases of abdominal evisceration.
- The liver is particularly vulnerable and likely to cause severe bleeding if injured.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge on key concepts from EMT Chapter 30. This quiz covers important medical definitions and conditions related to trauma and abdominal injuries. Perfect for EMT students preparing for exams or wanting to reinforce their understanding.
