Cholecystitis

-Vitals notable for tachcyardia. Overall appears in pain but non-toxic
-Patient presents with upper abdominal pain and moderate tenderness with guarding consistent with a surgical process.
-Labs notable for leukocytosis. [CT/US] concerning for acute cholecystitis. Clinical picture fits cholecystitis.
-Antibiotics and cultures ordered. Pain and nausea controlled.
-Discussed with surgeon who recommends admission for prompt surgical intervention
-These findings and the plan were discussed at length with the patient and they agreed with the plan

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