3: Nausea And Vomiting

Question 1

Supportive treatment for gastroparesis

Answer 1

1. eat small, frequent meals low in fiber, milk, gas-forming foods, fat
2. Avoid opioids and anti-cholinergic
3. Manage underlying health conditions

Question 2

Four extraperitoneal causes of N/V

Answer 2

1. Labyrinthine disease: inner ear/CN 8 dysfyncion or Menier’s disease
2. Intracerebral disorders: masses, bleeds
3. Psychiatric
4. Medications

Question 3

Blood test for pregnancy

Answer 3

B-hCG