It is important to avoid giving anything by mouth to a patient with acute abdominal pain because:
A. the stomach must be empty prior to surgical intervention.
B. IV analgesia given by paramedics typically cause nausea
C. absent peristalsis will cause rapid digestion and diarrhea.
D. food or drink will irritate the gastric lining of the stomach.
Answer: A. the stomach must be empty prior to surgical intervention.
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