The Finding of Hypotension,rigid Abdomen,and Absent Bowel Sounds in a Patient

question 10

Multiple Choice

The finding of hypotension,rigid abdomen,and absent bowel sounds in a patient with pancreatitis

• A) is an expected finding and requires no specific intervention.
• B) indicates peritonitis with substantial risk for sepsis and shock.
• C) requires immediate surgical intervention.
• D) is an unusual finding in pancreatitis and indicates misdiagnosis.

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