What is the treatment for abdominal pain?

• A. Nothing by mouth; cold pack; request FD lower altitude; recline seat; loosen tight clothing; no heat.
• B. Give spicy foods to settle stomach.
• C. Walk around the cabin to relieve pressure.
• D. Apply heat and drink hot beverages.

Answer: (B)

Abdominal pain on a flight is usually approached with simple, conservative relief that keeps the patient comfortable and notes any warning signs for escalation. In this item, the option of giving spicy foods is presented as a quick, readily available measure to help settle the stomach for mild indigestion or nausea in some individuals. It avoids needing equipment or medications and can be a practical, noninvasive step when the pain is not severe and there are no red flags.

The other actions don’t provide this kind of immediate, self-contained relief and can be counterproductive: withholding intake and avoiding heat altogether can leave nausea or discomfort unmanaged; moving around the cabin can aggravate pain or be unsafe in a tight, moving environment; and heat with hot beverages can worsen cramps or gastritis in some cases. If pain intensifies or new symptoms appear, seek medical help as appropriate.