Appendicitis
Appendicitis ( 35 Questions)
Correct. Rebound tenderness in the lower right abdomen is a hallmark symptom that often occurs in the later stages of appendicitis. It indicates peritoneal irritation and is a sign of potential appendix perforation.
Incorrect. While severe, constant abdominal pain in the lower right quadrant is a characteristic symptom of appendicitis, it may occur in both early and later stages.
Incorrect. A low-grade fever and elevated white blood cell count are indicative of an inflammatory response and may occur in the later stages of appendicitis, but they are not as specific as rebound tenderness.
Incorrect. Diarrhea and frequent bowel movements are not typically associated with appendicitis. Constipation is a more common gastrointestinal symptom in this condition.
A) Correct. Rebound tenderness in the lower right abdomen is a hallmark symptom that often occurs in the later stages of appendicitis. It indicates peritoneal irritation and is a sign of potential appendix perforation.
B) Incorrect. While severe, constant abdominal pain in the lower right quadrant is a characteristic symptom of appendicitis, it may occur in both early and later stages.
C) Incorrect. A low-grade fever and elevated white blood cell count are indicative of an inflammatory response and may occur in the later stages of appendicitis, but they are not as specific as rebound tenderness.
D) Incorrect. Diarrhea and frequent bowel movements are not typically associated with appendicitis. Constipation is a more common gastrointestinal symptom in this condition.