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penza · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

Which is a reason peritoneal lavage is performed?

a. To cool down the peritoneal contents
b. To create a pneumoperitoneum
c. To determine presence of active intraabdominal bleeding
d. To decompress the bladder

Question 2

What is the most common cause of postoperative intestinal obstruction?

a. Inguinal hernia
b. Peritonitis
c. Infection
d. Adhesions

Laurenleakan · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The patient who is hypotensive with left upper quadrant pain requires a peritoneal lavage to determine whether active intraabdominal bleeding is present.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Adhesions are the most common cause of postoperative intestinal obstruction. Intestinal surfaces stick together by an outpouring of fibrin from traumatized tissues.