Assessment and Management of Pediatric Trauma
Module 5: Pediatric Blunt Abdominal and Chest Trauma
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Review question #4

Module 5: Pediatric Blunt Abdominal and Chest Trauma
Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding treatment of severe gastric distension?
 Is self-limited and does not require treatment
 A gastric pro-motility agent resolves distension
 Orotracheal intubation is sufficient to protect the airway
 Gastric decompression tube placement reduces aspiration risk