A client develops acute appendicitis. prior to arrival to the hospital, the client attempted self-care at home. which self-care measures could potentially lead to rupture of the appendix?
The client takes a small volume enema that leads the
appendicitis rapture. If not sure of the
symptoms, take your temperature every two hours and keep a record for your doctor.
The appendix must be removed (appendectomy) either through a small incision or
with a special instrument (laparoscope). Surgery should not be delayed more
than a few hours.
