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What is Gastric lavage is NOT done in: September 2012 and explain in detail?
Ans. C i.e. Corrosive acid poisoning Gastriclavage/ Stomach pumping/ Gastric irrigation It is the process of cleaning out the contents of the stomach. Gastric Lavage is contraindicated when patients have a compromised, unprotected airway and in patients at risk of gastrointestinal hemorrhage or perforation. Relative contraindications include when the poisoning is due to a corrosive substance, hydrocarbons, or for poisons that have an effective antidote.