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NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Patient Assessment

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During the secondary assessment, the EMR finds that a 16-year-old male patient has significant pain in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen. What differential diagnosis is most appropriate?
  1. Pancreatitis
  2. Liver Failure
  3. Kidney Stone
  4. Heart Attack
  5. Appendicitis
Explanation
Answer: E - Appendicitis is an infection and/or inflammation of the appendix resulting in significant pain and possible sepsis or death if not treated. The appendix is located in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen and commonly affects adolescents and young adults. With that said, appendicitis can occur at any age and should be treated by emergency personnel.
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