when should abdo x rays be requested
bowel obstruction
perforation of hollow viscus
crohns/ UC exacerbation
pancreatitis
when should abdo x rays not be requested
GI bleed palpable mass constipation cholecystitis appendicitis
what should you look for on an abdo x ray
bowel gas patten
free gas (shows perforation)
bowel wall thickening
abnormal opacities