Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured, Tenth Edition

Answer: Irritation of the peritoneum is quite painful. In an attempt to relieve the pain, a patient may lie still with their knees pulled into their chest. This position relieves the tension placed on the peritoneum. Assessment of the abdomen might also reveal contracting of the abdominal muscles (guarding). (p 1738) 8. ................
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