MCQs on Intestinal Obstruction

Which of the following is the most common cause of small bowel obstruction?

• Volvulus

• Intussusception

• Adhesions

• Tumors

A key clinical feature of intestinal obstruction is:

• Hematuria

• Severe abdominal pain and distension

• Productive cough

• Yellow sclera

Which type of bowel sound is most commonly heard in early intestinal obstruction?

• Absent bowel sounds

• Normal bowel sounds

• Hypoactive bowel sounds

• High-pitched tinkling bowel sounds

A hallmark symptom of large bowel obstruction is:

• Frequent vomiting

• Early dehydration

• Constipation and abdominal distension

• Hematemesis

The diagnostic investigation of choice in intestinal obstruction is:

• MRI

• Colonoscopy

• Abdominal X-ray

• Liver function test

Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with prolonged vomiting due to intestinal obstruction?

• Hyperkalemia

• Hypokalemia

• Hypernatremia

• Hypocalcemia

Initial management of intestinal obstruction typically includes:

• Emergency laparotomy

• Blood transfusion

• Nil per oral (NPO), IV fluids, and nasogastric tube insertion

• Colonoscopy

Intussusception is most commonly seen in:

• Adults

• Elderly

• Infants and young children

• Pregnant women

Which of the following is a complication of untreated intestinal obstruction?

• Constipation

• Diarrhea

• Bowel ischemia and perforation

• Jaundice

Which sign is NOT typically associated with intestinal obstruction?

• Abdominal distension

• Bilious vomiting

• Increased urine output

• Constipation