Silvercrest SSTF A1 - Page 64

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WARNING!
KEEP OUT OF REACH
OF CHILDREN
Swallowing can lead
to chemical burns,
perforation of soft tissue,
and death. Severe
burns can occur within
2hours of ingestion.
Seek medical attention
immediately.
No obvious symptoms
 Unfortunately, it is not obvious when
a button or coin battery is stuck in a
child’s oesophagus (food pipe). There
are no specific symptoms associated
with this. The child might:
– cough, gag or drool a lot;
– appear to have a stomach upset or
a virus;
– be sick;
– point to their throat or stomach;
– have a pain in their abdomen, chest
or throat;
– be tired or lethargic;