NCLEX-RN Acute Abdomen Pattern: Appendicitis vs Cholecystitis vs Pancreatitis Flashcards

Describe the classic progression and location of pain associated with appendicitis.

During an abdominal assessment, palpating the Left Lower Quadrant (LLQ) causes pain in the Right Lower Quadrant (RLQ). What is this sign called?

A nurse is caring for a client with suspected appendicitis. Which intervention is CONTRAINDICATED due to the risk of rupture?

Describe the classic pain characteristics and triggers for cholecystitis.

Select the key diagnostic findings for cholecystitis:

A client is being discharged after an episode of acute cholecystitis. Which dietary instruction is the priority to prevent recurrence of pain?

Describe the location and radiation of pain in acute pancreatitis.

Which laboratory value is the MOST specific indicator for diagnosing acute pancreatitis?

List three priority nursing interventions for the acute management of pancreatitis.

Select the correct pain pattern for each condition:

Associate the primary lab abnormality with the correct condition:

Appendicitis, Cholecystitis, and Pancreatitis share several clinical cues. Which finding is common to ALL THREE, requiring location analysis to differentiate?