A patient with partial small bowel obstruction should first receive
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. nasogastric decompression, fluids and electrolyte correction
- Step 1: Decompression and resuscitation start while the cause is investigated, and surgery is needed if there are signs of strangulation.
Answer
nasogastric decompression, fluids and electrolyte correction.
Why not the others: Laxatives or fibre would worsen an obstruction.
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