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Diagnosis of Appendicitis - Coggle Diagram
Diagnosis of Appendicitis
Pathophysiology
Obstruction of the appendiceal lumen
Iymphoid hyperplasia
Foreign body
Worms
Medication :
Usually treated with surgery
Antibiotics
Penicillin
Interventions
Prevent Infection
Prevent fluid volume deficit
Do not apply heat to the abeomen
Assessing and relieving pain through medication
Pertinent assessment findings
Rebound tenderness
Pain on Percussion
Rigidity
Guarding
Patient Education
Surgery to remove the appendix to avoid complication
Call the primary care provider if having allergic reaction to the medication
Normal activity can usually resume within a few to the week
Patient should not stop taking medication unless directed by his primary care provider