Miall: Paediatrics at a Glance

(a) Button batteries are no longer harmful as they no longer contain heavy metals.

(b) Button batteries can cause tissue erosion due to electrical current

(c) Accidental ingestion is more likely in infants than toddlers

(d) Strong acids cause far more tissue damage than strong alkalis

(e) If a child eats a dishwasher tablet, they should be made to drink a glass of milk which will neutralize the effects

Paediatrics