Question

which is the largest serous membrane in the body?
peritoneum
submucosal layer
columnar epithelium
circular muscle layer
question 14 (2 points) saved
which virus helper function is needed for the replication of hepatitis d virus?
hepatitis a virus (hav)
hepatitis b virus (hbv)
hepatitis c virus (hcv)
hepatitis e virus (hev)
question 15 (2 points) saved
the primary health care provider asks a client to lie down facing upwards and flex the right thigh at the hip. the client says, \i cannot do this. this position is hurting my abdomen.\ which sign of appendicitis would the nurse suspect in this client?
psoas sign
rovsing sign
obturator sign
rebound tenderness

Explanation:

1. The peritoneum is the largest serous membrane in the body, lining the abdominal - pelvic cavity.
2. Hepatitis D virus is a defective virus and requires the helper function of hepatitis B virus for its replication.
3. The psoas sign is elicited when flexion of the hip causes abdominal pain in a client with appendicitis, as described in the scenario.

Answer:

1. Peritoneum
2. Hepatitis B virus (HBV)
3. Psoas sign