Children Are More Prone to Foreign-Body Ingestion Than Adults

question 13

Multiple Choice

Children are more prone to foreign-body ingestion than adults.What is the most significant risk?

• A) Aspiration with airway obstruction
• B) Esophageal impaction
• C) Mucosal tear
• D) Poisoning

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