Peritonitis

Peritonitis ( 48 Questions)

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Question 10 :

A nurse is providing education to a group of clients about peritonitis and its risk factors. Which client is at the highest risk for developing peritonitis?

A A 22-year-old female with a history of allergies

Having a history of allergies is not a risk factor for peritonitis.

B A 45-year-old male with a history of diabetes

Having a history of diabetes is not a risk factor for peritonitis.

C A 35-year-old female with a history of hypertension

Having a history of hypertension is not a risk factor for peritonitis.

D A 60-year-old male with a history of inflammatory bowel disease

A history of inflammatory bowel disease is a significant risk factor for peritonitis, especially if there are complications such as bowel perforation.

Peritonitis

Peritonitis ( 48 Questions)

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