Chapter 35 - Abdominal and Genitourinary Trauma Flashcards Preview

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Flashcards in Chapter 35 - Abdominal and Genitourinary Trauma Deck (9)
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1
Q

the abdominal cavity is lined by a two-layer, sheath like membrane called the _____

A

peritoneum

2
Q

the inner most lining of the abdominal cavity that adheres to and supports the organs

A

visceral peritoneum

3
Q

the outermost lining of the abdominal cavity that adheres to the walls of the abdominal cavity

A

parietal peritoneum

4
Q

the potential space between the visceral and parietal peritonea is called the ________

A

peritoneal space

5
Q

hollow organs

A
stomach 
gallbladder
urinary bladder
ureters
internal urethra
fallopian tubes
small intestine
large intestine
6
Q

solid organs

A

liver
spleen
pancreas
kidneys

7
Q

irritation and inflammation of the peritoneal lining is known as

A

peritonitis

8
Q

shoulder pain referred from the diaphragm when it is irritated by blood within the abdominal cavity

A

kehr sign

9
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abdominal organ protrusion through an open wound to the abdomen

A

abdominal evisceration

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