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      Gastric distention (GAD)



      • View:
        Lateral

      • Defining characteristics:
        Distension of the stomach based on its shape and size and relation of the fundus to vertebrae and ribs

      • Common differential diagnoses:
        Aerophagia, post-prandial, food bloat, gastric outflow obstruction

      • Helpful additional data:
        When did the patient last eat? Has there been heavy breathing/panting? Has there been any regurgitation?

      • Commonly associated diagnostics:
        Consider barium study or serial radiographs

      • Commonly associated treatments:
        Consider SQ fluids/IV fluids

      • Commonly associated home care:
        Based on primary