1. Relate the location of colorectal cancer to the possible signs. 2. Describe the common causes of intestinal obstruction. 3. Differentiate the causes and significant signs of mechanical obstruction...

1. Relate the location of colorectal cancer to the possible signs.

2. Describe the common causes of intestinal obstruction.

3. Differentiate the causes and significant signs of mechanical obstruction from those of paralytic ileus.

4. Explain the progressive effects of intestinal obstruction and the related signs.

5. Differentiate chemical peritonitis from bacterial peritonitis, including causes for each.

6. Describe the pathophysiology of peritonitis and possible complications.