RGUHS Karnataka PGET 2011 – MCQ 48

48. Which among the following is false regarding need of chest radiograph in patient of
acute abdomen?
a) Supine chest radiograph is the best radiograph for showing presence of a small pneumoperitoneum
b) A number of chest conditions can present as acute abdominal condition
c) Acute abdominal condition may be complicated by the chest pathology
d) Even when the chest radiograph is normal it acts as a most valuable baseline

Correct answer : a) Supine chest radiograph is the best radiograph for showing presence of a small pneumoperitoneum