The gastric emptying time in neonates is how many hours?
a. 1/2 hour c. 3-5 hours
b. 1-2 hours d. 6-8 hours
D
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A Incorrect. Even adult values for gastric emptying time is greater than 1/2 hour.
B Incorrect. Even adult values for gastric emptying time is greater than 1-2 hours, around 2 hours.
C Incorrect. The gastric emptying time is slower in neonates and infants than 3-5 hours.
D Correct. The gastric emptying time is slower in neonates and infants (up to 6-8 hours). It reaches adult values (2 hours) around 6 months of age.
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