Indicated for (5)
Persistent vomiting Abnormal bowel movements Suspected FB/obstruction Chronic weight loss Persistent abdominal pain
CM which can be used (3)
Barium sulphate preferred
Water soluble iodine if perforation suspected
Double contrast for stomach
Equipment (4)
Stomach tube
Lubricant
Large catheter tip syringe
Warmed CM
Patient prep (3)
Fast for 24hrs 3 enemas - 24hrs / 4hrs / 1hr prior Sedation if necessary - ACP
Why are GA and atropine contraindicated
Decrease gut motility
Procedure (3)
Normal x-rays taken first Admin warmed CM - meal - directly into mouth - via stomach tube Check stomach tube placement with small volume sterile water
Views to be take (4)
When (5)
DV / VD
R/L lateral
Taken immediately
Then at intervals of:
15 / 30 / 60 / 90 mins