Gastrointestinal Perforation Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is a common symptom of gastrointestinal perforation?

  • Severe abdominal pain (correct)
  • Joint pain
  • Headache
  • Back pain

Which imaging method is preferred for diagnosing gastrointestinal perforation?

  • Ultrasound
  • MRI
  • CT scan (correct)
  • X-ray

What is a possible complication of gastrointestinal perforation?

  • Painful inflammation of the lungs
  • Painful inflammation of the inner lining of the abdominal wall (correct)
  • Painful inflammation of the joints
  • Painful inflammation of the skin

What is the recommended treatment for gastrointestinal perforation?

<p>Emergency surgery in the form of an exploratory laparotomy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the risk of death even with maximum treatment for gastrointestinal perforation?

<p>As high as 50% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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