141. A 3-month-old infant is admitted with intussusception. The infant has sudden, severe, colicky abdominal pain, drawing knees to chest, and currant jelly stools. What is the urgent clinical intervention?
A.
Administering laxatives.
B.
Preparing for a pneumatic or hydrostatic enema to reduce the intussusception, or surgical intervention if reduction fails.
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C.
Observing for spontaneous resolution.
D.
Encouraging oral feeds.
📖 Additional Information
Administering laxatives.
Preparing for a pneumatic or hydrostatic enema to reduce the intussusception, or surgical intervention if reduction fails.
