Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A toddler who has swallowed several adult aspirin is admitted to the emergency room. When admitted, the child is breathing but is difficult to arouse. What is the immediate priority of care?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Gastric lavage is the priority to remove aspirin from the stomach, preventing further absorption, given the child is breathing but unresponsive.