Which of the following statements regarding ascites is correct?
A) Ascites is a collection of fluid within the peritoneal cavity.
B) Percussion of the abdomen will often yield hyperresonance.
C) The most common cause of ascites is an acute splenic injury.
D) The abdomen of a patient with ascites has a sunken appearance.
Answer: A) Ascites is a collection of fluid within the peritoneal cavity.
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