When palpation reveals abdominal rigidity and tenderness at a point between the anterior superior spine of the ilium and the umbilicus, McBurney's point, it is most likely a sign of _____.
A) a femoral hernia
B) a liver contusion
C) appendicitis
D) gallstones

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McBurney's point is a clinical sign that is associated with appendicitis. When there is tenderness or pain upon palpation at this specific location on the abdomen, it suggests inflammation of the appendix.

When Palpation Reveals Abdominal Rigidity and Tenderness at a Point