This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Gastric lavage is indicated in all cases of acute poisoning ideally because of - 
Select and explain. 
A. Fear of aspiration, B. Danger of cardiac arrest, C. Danger of respiratory arrest, D. Inadequate ventilation
A: Fear of aspiration
Answer: A: Fear of aspiration 
Explanation: Gastric lavage (stomach wash) is given to prevent aspiration of contents.