Appendicitis Signs, Symptoms, Examination, Diagnosis, Treatment [Nursing & Medical]

Appendicitis review of signs, symptoms, examination, diagnosis, treatment, and complications such as perforation, abscess, and peritonitis. Great for everyone including public, nursing, medical, students, and USMLE or NCLEX!

Appendicitis by definition is inflammation of the appendix. Typical causes include obstruction. Signs and symptoms include right lower abdominal pain. Physical examination may show pain at McBurney's point or a positive Rovsing sign, psoas sign, or obturator sign.

Appendicitis diagnosis is usually with CT scan, ultrasound, or MRI. Treatment includes appendectomy or surgical removal, antibiotics, and pain and symptom control.

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