Case List History Objectives Radiology Images Questions SMALL INTESTINE AND APPENDIX Case #4 - A 61 year old with crampy mid-abdominal pain DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: 2.) What are the initial steps in management of this patient which should be started in the ER? Initial steps in management: IV fluids to restore volume deficits; nasogastric tube placement for decompression and reduction of risk of aspiration; Foley catheter placement to guide fluid resuscitation.
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