PAEA Surgery End Of Rotation (EOR) Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Prepare for the PAEA Surgery EOR Exam with flashcards and multiple-choice questions, each accompanied by hints and explanations. Get exam-ready today!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

Practice this question and more.


Which condition is characterized by vascular cushions in the anal canal and is often associated with constipation?

  1. Fissures

  2. Abscesses

  3. Hemorrhoids

  4. Infections

The correct answer is: Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are characterized by the presence of vascular cushions in the anal canal. These cushions are essentially normal anatomical structures that can become enlarged, inflamed, or thrombosed, leading to various symptoms such as pain, itching, and rectal bleeding. The condition is commonly associated with constipation because straining during bowel movements increases intravascular pressure in the anal canal, which can exacerbate or lead to the development of hemorrhoids. The increased pressure from straining causes these vascular cushions to bulge, resulting in the clinical manifestations of hemorrhoids. This understanding of the relationship between hemorrhoids and constipation is crucial for managing patients who present with symptoms related to these conditions.