Abdominal (Gastroenterology) Case Studies 100% Review Test Latest Update A+

True or False: projectile vomit is a sign of pyloric stenosis. - ANS-True
What is a sign of Cows Milk Intolerance in a baby? - ANS-infantile eczema, stomach
pain
True or False: if a baby was presenting with bloody stools and her condition was
manifesting as colitis- then Cows Milk Intolerance should be on your differential? - ANSTrue
True or False: babies can have GERD - ANS-True- Physiologic reflux in newborns and
infants is common, and is characterized by effortless regurgitation in an otherwise
healthy infant (a "happy spitter"). This symptom may be described as vomiting by
parents.
What are the 2 well-known signs of Intussusception? - ANS-1) child will draw knees up
and cry (colicky)
2) currant, jelly stools
What is Hirschsprung's Disease? - ANS-failure to pass meconium in first 24 hours of
life- neuro disorder
Which antibiotic can cause pylroic stenosis if mom is taking it? - ANS-Erythromycin
What are three important history questions to ask if a baby is presented to you with
complaint of "frequent vomiting?" - ANS-When does the vomiting occur?
Is the vomiting projectile? → bilious vomiting with bowel obstruction/ileus
What does the vomit consist of?
How long has this been going on?
Any other children with this problem?
Any other signs or symptoms?
Fevers?
Weight loss? Or lack of weight GAIN?
Stools? Diarrhea? Wet diapers?
Are you breast feeding?
Baby taken any Rx?
Why do we ask if the baby has been floppy? - ANS-Floppy is neurological disorderbotulism can cause it and honey can as well.