Gastroenterology | Gleneagles Hospitals Malaysia

Gastroenterology Quiz

You notice someone choking on a piece of food and is struggling to breathe.

Question 1 of 5

What should you do?

Call for an ambulance.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Offer a glass of water.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Perform the Heimlich maneuver.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Both B and C.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
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Scenario: A individual accidentally ingests a toxic substance.

Question 2 of 5

What action should you take?

Offer the individual a painkiller.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Call for an ambulance.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Induce vomiting immediately.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Give the individual a glass of water.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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While attending a party, you consume food you suspect may be spoiled and subsequently
experience nausea and diarrhoea.

Question 3 of 5

What should you do?

Drink some water.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Both A and B.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Go to the bathroom and vomit.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Go to the doctor.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
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Scenario: An individual accidentally swallows an object and experiences discomfort.

Question 4 of 5

What action should you take?

Advise the individual to seek immediate medical attention.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Give the individual a laxative.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Encourage the individual to eat more solid foods.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Offer the individual a painkiller.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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Scenario: Someone is experiencing severe abdominal pain and bloating.

Question 5 of 5

What should you do?

Advise the individual to seek medical attention.
CORRECT! 1 / 5
Encourage the individual to eat fatty foods.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Offer the individual a heating pad for the abdomen.
WRONG! 0 / 5
Administer over-the-counter painkillers.
WRONG! 0 / 5
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