Minimal Abdominal Distension in Pediatrics — Case | Pediatric Gastroenterology | SMLE Q#12189
SMLE Question #12189
Pediatrics
Pediatric Gastroenterology
Objective: OBJ-289
Last updated: February 2026
Term male newborn develops several episodes of non-bilious projectile vomiting soon after birth with minimal abdominal distension. Abdominal radiograph shows a double-bubble appearance and little distal bowel gas. He is kept NPO and a nasogastric tube is placed; operative repair is planned after stabilization. Before surgery, the team wants a simple bedside screen for an additional distal intestinal obstruction. What is the most appropriate monitoring step?
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