Question

A 4-year-old child is brought to ED after ingesting an unknown quantity of iron tablets. She is well on arrival. According to poisoning guidance, what is the most appropriate initial investigation?

Accepted Answer

Serum iron level taken immediately and repeated at 4-6 hours

Answer

Serum ferritin only

Answer

Abdominal ultrasound

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Liver biopsy

Answer

No investigations if the child looks well

Practice question

A 4-year-old child is brought to ED after ingesting an unknown quantity of iron tablets. She is well on arrival. According to poisoning guidance, what is the most appropriate initial investigation?