#1
Which abdominal sign is characterized by involuntary rigidity of the abdominal muscles?
Guarding
ExplanationInvoluntary rigidity of abdominal muscles indicating underlying pathology.
#2
Which examination technique involves tapping on the abdomen to assess for fluid or air?
Percussion
ExplanationTapping to detect changes in resonance, indicating presence of fluid or air.
#3
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Murphy's sign?
Pain on inspiration while palpating the right upper quadrant
ExplanationCharacteristic pain location indicating gallbladder inflammation.
#4
What is the primary purpose of performing the Rovsing's sign maneuver?
To assess for appendicitis
ExplanationAssessing for appendicitis by inducing pain in the right lower quadrant.
#5
Which of the following is a common symptom associated with acute pancreatitis?
Jaundice
ExplanationCommon symptom due to obstruction of bile ducts by inflamed pancreas.
#6
What is the term for a sign where pain worsens upon sudden release of pressure over a painful area?
Rebound tenderness
ExplanationPain worsening upon abrupt removal of pressure suggesting peritoneal irritation.
#7
Which physical exam finding is indicative of cholecystitis?
Murphy's sign
ExplanationPain on inspiration while palpating the right upper quadrant indicating gallbladder inflammation.
#8
Which of the following is not considered a cardinal sign of appendicitis?
Psoas sign
ExplanationNot a typical indicator of appendicitis, unlike other signs.
#9
What is the primary indication for performing the Blumberg's sign maneuver?
Suspected peritonitis
ExplanationAssessing for peritoneal inflammation and irritation.
#10
Which abdominal sign is characterized by pain upon passive extension of the patient's right hip?
Psoas sign
ExplanationPain upon passive extension of right hip, suggesting retrocecal appendicitis.
#11
Which maneuver is performed by asking the patient to take a deep breath while palpating the right upper quadrant, checking for pain indicating gallbladder inflammation?
Murphy's sign
ExplanationAssessing for gallbladder inflammation by observing for pain upon inspiration.
#12
Which examination technique is used to evaluate for aortic aneurysms by palpating the abdomen for a pulsatile mass?
Palpation
ExplanationDetecting pulsatile mass suggestive of aortic aneurysms.
#13
Which examination technique is used to assess for ascites by listening for fluid shifts within the abdomen?
Auscultation
ExplanationListening for fluid shifts to detect ascites.
#14
Which examination technique is used to assess for peritoneal irritation by palpating deeply at McBurney's point and then suddenly releasing pressure?
Rebound tenderness
ExplanationAssessing for peritoneal inflammation by observing pain upon pressure release.
#15
Which of the following signs is indicative of acute appendicitis?
Rovsing's sign
ExplanationInducing pain in right lower quadrant by palpation of left lower quadrant, suggesting appendicitis.