The appendix is a little narrow extension located at the lower part of the cecum. Sometimes, the appendix may become inflamed to the point where surgical interventions may be needed to remove it before it ruptures, which results in further health issues such as peritonitis. According to the book of Medical-Surgical Nursing 9th edition, “In the United States, about 1 in 15 people will get appendicitis” (Lewis, Dirksen, Heitkemper, & Bucher, 2014, p. 973). Appendicitis is usually caused by fecal build up in the lumen of the appendix which causes swelling, and pressure on the veins. Mucus and bacteria is also building up due to the blockage. In combination, these four alterations lead to gangrene and possible perforation. Some people may be asymptomatic,
