Umbilical hernia - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Where and why are lumbar punctures performed? - Answer- Spinal Block -> Anesthetic (into epidural space) Spinal Tap -> CSF extraction (into subarachnoid space)W B/W L3/L4 or L4/L5 NB: Posterior to this is *cauda equina* Where does a *herniated intervertebral* disk occur? What causes it? - Answer- Occurs b/w L4/L5 or *L5/S1* and C5/C6 or C6/C7 NB: affects lower spinal nerve # Degeneration of annulus fibrosis followed by *sudden compression* of nucleus pulposus What is the dif...

The surgeon asks that multiple suture and hernia mesh that were not on the preference card be opened during the repair of a large umbilical hernia. The surgical technologist should recognize that: a. items on the preference card are only to be changed by the surgeon or the unit clerk b. sterile supply associates who stock the hernia mesh are responsible for adding hernia mesh to the preference card c. preference card changes are unnecessary; both hernia mesh and suture are case dependent. ...

Tx of IBS - correct answer Best initial therapy: *Fiber* If fiber fails: Antispasmodic/anticholinergic agents. First line: 1. Dicyclomine 2. Hyoscyamine Secondline: 1. TCA's (amitriptyline) CCS, What test should you order for IBS? - correct answer 1. Stool: stool guiac, leukocytes, cultures, ova & parasites. 2. Colonoscopy 3. Abdominal CT scan Umbilical hernia in newborns is associated with? - correct answer Congenital hypothyroidism Screen with TSH (you should scree...

APEA 3P EXAM PREP-MEN’S HEALTH WITH BEST SOLUTIONS Hesselbach’s triangle forms the landmark for: inguinal hernia. femoral hernia. abdominal hernia. umbilical hernia. A. Direct inguinal hernias occur through Hesselbach’s triangle. The inguinal ligament, the rectus muscle, and the epigastric vessels form the triangle. When there is a weakness in the floor of the inguinal canal, a hernia can result. Inguinal hernias are the most common groin hernias in men and women. Repair of this is th...

2024 Newest |CSFA Exam study guide| UPDATE|COMPREHENSIVE FREQUENTLY MOST TESTED QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS|GET IT 100% ACCURATE Hesselbacks Triangle - ANSWER-landmarks;medial rectus abdominas, lateral inferior epigastric vessels,and Inferior inguinal ligaments-Direct hernias occur here Transverse Fascia - ANSWER-defects in the transverse fascia can cause direct & indirect hernias hernia - ANSWER-rupture Pantaloon Hernia - ANSWER-when a direct & indirect hernia are present Umbilical ...

what is the MCC of small bowel obstruction? - adhesion what is the most important information leading up to surgery? a. physical exam b. history - history clinical difference between torsion of the appendix of the testis vs testicular torsion? - absence of cremaster reflex (seen in testicular torsion) pt came into the ER with pain around the umbilical area. vitals are stable, but pain has gotten worse. he used to be able to push back the hernia when he lied down but now he can't. what i...

Complete Test Bank The Human Body in Health and Illness 7th Edition by Barbara Herlihy Chapter 01: Introduction to the Human Body Herlihy: The Human Body in Health and Illness, 7th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What is the branch of science that studies how the body functions? a. Anatomy b. Histology c. Pathology d. Physiology ANS: D 2. Which word comes from the Greek word meaning “to dissect”? a. Anatomy b. Histology c. Pathology d. Physiology ANS: A 3. Which of the follow...

Exam 1: NR304 / NR 304 (New 2024/2025 Update) Health Assessment II |Review with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct | A Grade -Chamberlain QUESTION When performing the Physical Examination, you are listening (Auscultat- ing) for? Answer: Bowel Sounds and Vascular Sounds - Bowel sounds present, no bruits. QUESTION What is Inspiratory Arrest (Murphy Sign)? Answer: Hold your fingers under the liver border. Ask the person to take a deep breath Normal - No p...

Exam 3: NUR242/ NUR 242 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Med-Surg | Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen QUESTION S/S of obstruction in small and large bowel Answer: SBO: Upper gastric distention, N/V may contain fecal matter, severe electrolyte imbalance, metabolic alkalosis; LBO: Intermittent lower abdominal pain and cramping, lower abdominal distention, minimal to no vomiting, no fluid or electrolyte imbalance, metabolic acidosis Obstipation or ribbon-li...

Tx of IBS - correct answer Best initial therapy: *Fiber* Antispasmodic/Anticholingergics: dicyclomine, Hyoscyamine Second line- TCAs (amitryptiline) CCS, What test should you order for IBS? - correct answer 1. Stool: stool guiac, leukocytes, cultures, ova & parasites. 2. Colonoscopy 3. Abdominal CT scan Umbilical hernia in newborns is associated with? - correct answer Congenital hypothyroidism Screen with TSH (you should screen for TSH anyway) What three metabolic conditions...