Peritonitis
Peritonitis ( 48 Questions)
Referred pain is pain that is felt in a different location from its source, and it is not directly associated with the sharp, sudden-onset pain described by the client.
Visceral pain arises from the internal organs and is often described as sharp and colicky. It worsens with movement and is a characteristic feature of peritonitis.
Neuropathic pain is caused by nerve damage and is not typically associated with peritonitis.
Radiating pain is pain that extends from its source to other areas, and it is not specifically described in the scenario.
Choice A reason:
Referred pain is pain that is felt in a different location from its source, and it is not directly associated with the sharp, sudden-onset pain described by the client.
Choice B reason:
Visceral pain arises from the internal organs and is often described as sharp and colicky. It worsens with movement and is a characteristic feature of peritonitis.
Choice C reason:
Neuropathic pain is caused by nerve damage and is not typically associated with peritonitis.
Choice D reason:
Radiating pain is pain that extends from its source to other areas, and it is not specifically described in the scenario.