A 30 y/o female is brought into the ER with penetrating abdominal trauma. She complains of chills and severe abdominal pain, and she's constantly vomiting. Patient's vitals are HR: 140 bpm; Temp: 103.8; BP: 70/40; RR: 8; SpO2: 94%. After obtaining a Trauma panel, it's found that the patient's lactate, WBC, pH levels are high, while platelet levels and oxygen levels are low. The patient appears more confused and tired as the examinations proceed, and she develops SOB. After obtaining an CT, it's found that there is a perf in her bowel. What is the likely complication the patient is suffering from her bowel perforation? 1. Ascites
2. Sepsis
3. Cirrhosis
4. Neuropathy

Sepsis

Explanation:

Because sepsis is the body's extreme response to an infection. It is a life-threatening medical emergency. Sepsis happens when an infection you already have triggered a chain reaction throughout your body. Infections that lead to sepsis most often start in the lung, urinary tract, skin, or gastrointestinal tract. Bowel Perforation can cause the abdomen to spill out its contents thus causing an infection and triggering all the symptoms this 30 y/o woman has.

communicate with the patient and explain every step before proceeding to do so

answer: tell your parents first, and wait another couple of days. if it gets any worse, then you should call and ask. and you can always take pain meds if need be.

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