Which is the most appropriate initial treatment for Small bowel obstruction?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Nasogastric decompression with intravenous fluids
- Step 1: Small bowel obstruction is treated with nasogastric decompression with intravenous fluids.
Answer
Nasogastric decompression with intravenous fluids.
Why not the others: 'Oral laxatives': laxatives are dangerous in mechanical obstruction. 'Immediate oral feeding': the patient must be nil by mouth. 'Antispasmodics and discharge': this misses a surgical emergency.
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