MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

ABDOMINAL

ABDOMINAL STATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How is inflammation of the parietal peritoneum characterized?
A
Constant, uncomfortable and without exact reference.
B
Constant, uncomfortable and with exact reference.
C
Intermittent, uncomfortable and without exact reference.
D
Intermittent, uncomfortable and with exact reference.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Peritonitis is a redness and swelling (inflammation) of the tissue that lines your belly or abdomen. This tissue is called the peritoneum. It can be a serious, deadly disease.

Detailed explanation-2: -Parietal pain is caused by irritation of the peritoneal lining that surrounds the abdominal cavity. Patients with this type of pain will usually present in a guarding position and have shallow respirations in order to minimize tension on the membrane.

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