In the Condition Known as Peritonitis

question 29

Multiple Choice

In the condition known as peritonitis:

• A) there is an inflammation of the membranes and fluid-filled space surrounding abdominal organs.
• B)perforations of the pleural membranes lead to accumulation of pus and interstitial fluids in the thoracic cavity.
• C)the covering connective tissues surrounding the abdominal muscles develop a paralyzing type of infection and may become necrotic.
• D)a procedure known as dialysis is done to cleanse the blood of bacterial toxins.
• E)an infection of the GI tract is producing referred pain in the abdominal and pubic regions leading to cramping and diarrhea.

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