What is the protocol for a suspected ingestion of a magnet? a) Immediate endoscopy. b) Immediate surgery. c) Observation and serial X-rays. d) Ob...

The protocol for a suspected ingestion of a magnet is c) Observation and serial X-rays. This is because most ingested magnets will pass through the gastrointestinal tract without causing any harm. However, if the magnet is large or if multiple magnets are ingested, they can attract each other through the intestinal walls and cause serious complications. Therefore, it is important to monitor the patient with serial X-rays to ensure that the magnets are passing through the digestive system normally. If there are any signs of complications, such as obstruction or perforation, then surgery may be necessary.