On assessment of the abdomen in a patient with peritonitis, you would expect to find: (a) a soft...

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On assessment of the abdomen in a patient with peritonitis, you would expect to find:

(a) a soft abdomen with bowel sounds every 2 to 3 seconds. (b) rebound tenderness and guarding. (c) hyperactive, high-pitched bowel sounds and a firm abdomen. (d) ascites and increased vascular pattern on the skin.

Dr. Vidhya · Accepted Answer

The correct answer is option B because during the assessment, tenderness in the abdomen or palpation is visible by placing the pillows under the knees; it gives rise to the abdomen position and provides a good view of the lower abdomen for swelling inspections. 
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Bosscha, K., Hulstaert,

On assessment of the abdomen in a patient with peritonitis, you would expect to find: (a) a soft abdomen with bowel sounds every 2 to 3 seconds. (b) rebound tenderness and guarding. (c)...

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