A 32-year-old presents with suspected acute appendicitis. Which preoperative management in ED is appropriate?...

Question

A 32-year-old presents with suspected acute appendicitis. Which preoperative management in ED is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Keep nil by mouth, IV fluids, IV antibiotics if sepsis suspected, and analgesia

Answer

Oral fluids ad lib, no analgesia until diagnosis confirmed

Answer

Start anticoagulation

Answer

Immediate laxatives

Answer

No antibiotics even if septic

mrcem sba MCQ (SBA): Suspected appendicitis – initial ED care