Appendicitis

Appendicitis ( 35 Questions)

A client asks the nurse about the purpose of a urine test in the evaluation of appendicitis. What should the nurse explain about the relevance of a urine test in this context?


Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. A urine test does not directly identify the presence of bacteria in the appendix. It assesses components of urine, not the contents of the appendix.

B) Incorrect. While a urine test can provide information about kidney function and fluid balance, it is not specifically related to the evaluation of appendicitis.

C) Correct. A urine test is relevant in the evaluation of appendicitis because it can help rule out urinary tract infection (UTI) as the cause of abdominal pain. UTI symptoms can sometimes mimic those of appendicitis.

D) Incorrect. A urine test does not directly visualize the appendix. It assesses components of urine, not the anatomy of the abdominal organs.




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