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Chapter 24. Peritoneal Cavity
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Which of the following symptoms should prompt suspicion of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis in a patient with ascites?
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B. Fever over 37.8°C (100.0°F)
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The correct answer is B. Fever over 37.8°C (100.0°F)
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What route of antibiotics should be given for catheter-associated peritonitis?
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B. Intraperitoneal and intravenous
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The correct answer is A. Intraperitoneal
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In a patient with nonocclusive mesenteric ischemia, what is the best management strategy?
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A. Operative revascularization
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B. Systemic heparinization
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C. Reversal of low-flow state
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D. Endovascular revascularization
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The correct answer is C. Reversal of low-flow state
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According to the STOP-IT trial, for intra-abdominal infection causing peritonitis, how long should antibiotics be continued after adequate source control?
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The correct answer is B. 4 days
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What is the best radiologic imaging study for diagnosis of an intra-abdominal abscess?
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A. Computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen without contrast
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B. CT scan of the abdomen with intravenous contrast
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D. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the abdomen
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The correct answer is B. CT scan of the abdomen with intravenous contrast