GORD G Flashcards
1
Q
GORD
A
reflux of milky vomiting, usually after feeds
2
Q
why does it occur
A
the gastro-oesophageal sphincter is still developing
3
Q
signs
A
baby is well
vomiting bit of milky fluid
not blood stained or billious
4
Q
management
A
reassure
advice on keeping baby upright, burping
give gaviscon
safety netting
5
Q
if serious, what surgical procedure would be carried out
A
fundoplication
6
Q
when would a PPI be considered
A
GORD who has troublesome symptoms despite a 1–2 week trial of alginate therapy, should be prescribed a 4-week trial of a proton pump inhibitor
