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Abdominal stress in very victim should be considered life threatening if:

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until proven otherwise

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How many causes of abdominal pain are there according to medical reference guides?

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100

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What is NOT a priority when caring for victims of acute abdominal distress

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identifying the cause of the abdominal distress

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in assessing a victim with acute abdominal distress,the number one priority should be to look for signs of

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shock

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it is typical for a victim with acute abdominal distress to:

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be guarded

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If you should what specific quadrant is causing the pain or the majority of the pain, examine that quadrant;

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last

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The stomach, spleen, liver, and pancreas would all be found in which of the four abdominal quadrants?

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left upper

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The following organs would be in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen?

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colon, appendix, small intestine

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If the victim of acute abdominal distress is a child and there is tenderness or guarding when you examine the abdomen:

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suspect the need fo surgery

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What is NOT a general guideline for assessment of an abdominal injury?

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ask if the patient has any blood in his or her bowel movement

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Irritation of the membrane that lines the abdomen is called:

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peritonitis

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What is NOT one of the signs and symptoms of acute abdominal distress?

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high blood pressure

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cramp-like pain is describes as a pain that occurs:

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in waves

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a victim of acute abdominal distress will have pain that:

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can be local or widespread

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A victim of acute abdominal distress should determine the most comfortable position for himself unless:

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there are signs of shock

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f the victim of acute abdominal distress is nauseated, you should position him:

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on their side

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When caring for victims of acute abdominal distress you should:

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never give them food or water

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The best position for shock is:

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on the back with legs slightly elevated

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In the BRAT diet, "A" stands for:

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applesauce

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a diarrhea victim should not eat meat or drink dairy products for at least:

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48 hours

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The single most important care for victims of diarrhea is to have the victim drink:

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8-10 glasses of clear fluid a day

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Diarrhea should run its course. However, there are some over-the-counter medications that can help control the diarrhea. Which is not a medication that can control diarrhea?

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Metamucil

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Esophageal varices are common in all individuals listed except:

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victims without any pre-existing medical conditions

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ruptured esophageal varices are usually characterized by;

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painless gastrointestinal bleeding

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The victim of ruptured esophageal varices need rapid blood replacement and surgical procedures aimed at:

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stopping the bleeding

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An Abdominal aortic aneurysm is most common in those with;

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atherosclerosis

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It is estimated that _______ precent of all men over the age of 50 have abdominal aortic aneurysms.

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20%

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The pain from an abdominal aortic aneurysm that ruptures is;

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sudden and severe

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What is NOT a sign of a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm?

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Increased pulse in the groin and foot.

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If the abdominal aortic aneurysm has burst, you may feel:

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a hard, rigid abdomen

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Victims of a ruptured esophageal varices usually have _____ pain in the stomach.

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no

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Abdominal distress of every victim should be considered life threatening until proven otherwise

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True

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The upper and lower quadrants are differentiated at the navel.

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True

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In a victim with abdominal pain, do not waste time with an extensive examination of the abdomen as it can worsen the pain and aggravate the medical condition that causes it

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True

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Abdominal distress can be caused by an irritation of the membrane that lines the abdomen

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True

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Nausea and vomiting may also occur if a victim has had too much alcohol to drink or has motion sickness

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True

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Diarrhea is the passage of loose, watery, or unformed stools more than once a day.

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False

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Vomiting and diarrhea in children can quickly lead to dehydration and shock

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True

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BRAT is an acronym for mild foods used to treat a post-diarrheal episode

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True

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A victim with acute abdominal distress will appear to be fine

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False

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A victim with acute abdominal distress often lies on his or her side with knees drawn up toward the abdomen

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True

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Only give liquids to a victim of acute abdominal distress to prevent dehydration

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False

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A victim of acute abdominal distress must always be transported, because many will need surgery

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True

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When esophageal varices rupture, bleeding can be fatal within minutes

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True

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A victim with ruptured esophageal varices should be positioned on his or her side with the face pointed downward

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True

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When an abdominal aortic aneurysm ruptures, your primary goal is to prevent bleeding

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False

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Your primary goal must be to determine the underlying cause for any abdominal complaint in order to treat it effectively

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False

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Any severe abdominal pain should be considered an emergency

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True

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Unless there are signs of shock, let the victim decide their own position of comfort

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True

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If there are signs of shock, keep the victim in a sitting position in case of vomiting

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False

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