SAQ 1598 – Infant abdominal pain and vomiting with abdominal X-ray

A 12-month-old boy is brought to the ED with abdominal pain and vomiting. The abdominal X-ray ordered by your junior doctor is shown below.

The child weighs 10 kg.

State three abnormalities on the abdominal X-ray.

(Marked out of 3.0)

/ 3

State the likely diagnosis.

(Marked out of 1.0)

/ 1

List two analgesia options, including doses.

(Marked out of 2.0)

/ 2

List two definitive management options.

(Marked out of 2.0)

/ 2

List three possible complications of this condition.

(Marked out of 3.0)

/ 3

Total Score: 0 / 11

Percentage: 0%