Aspiration Prevention

In this case, which of the following could reduce the risk of aspiration and its consequences?

 Wait 6 hours before proceeding keeping the patient NPO
  Yes  No
 Administration of a "non-particulate" antacid
  Yes  No
 Administration of H2 blockers
  Yes  No
 Administration of metoclopramide
  Yes  No
 Rapid Sequence Induction
  Yes  No
 Cricoid Pressure during intubation
  Yes  No

 

       
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