Which child would not be a candidate for treatment with syrup of ipecac?
a. 2-year-old who has swallowed chlorine bleach
b. 4-year-old who has swallowed a poisonous substance and is alert
c. 10-year-old who swallowed cold tablets 45 minutes ago
d. 6-year-old who swallowed acetaminophen tablets 90 minutes ago
ANS: A
Bleach is a caustic substance and should not be reintroduced to the esophagus during emesis.
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