Poisoning
Poisoning is the harmful effect that occurs when a toxic substance is swallowed, is inhaled, or comes in contact with the skin, eyes, or mucous membranes, such as those of the mouth or nose.
Possible poisonous substances include prescription and
over-the-counter drugs, illicit drugs, gases, chemicals, vitamins, food,
mushrooms, plants, and animal venom. (Cunha, 2015)
Signs and symptoms
·
Burns or
redness around the mouth and lips
·
Breath that
smells like chemicals, such as gasoline or paint thinner
·
Vomiting
·
Difficulty
breathing
·
Drowsiness
·
Confusion or
other altered mental status
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Investigations
- History
- A toxicology screen
- Blood test
- Urinalysis
Treatment
·
Support
vital functions such as breathing, blood pressure, body temperature, and heart
rate
·
Prevent
additional absorption
·
Increase
elimination of the poison
·
Give
specific antidotes (substances that eliminate, inactivate, or counteract the
effects of the poison), if available
·
Prevent
REFERENCES
- Cunha, J. P. (2015, 02 27). Poisoning. Retrieved 05 07, 2015, from eMedicineHealth: http://www.emedicinehealth.com/poisoning/page5_em.htm
- Myoclinic. (2015, March 26). Poisoning: First aid. Retrieved May 7, 2015, from www.mayoclinic.org: http://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-poisoning/basics/art-20056657
- NHSChoices. (2013, 08 23). Poisoning . Retrieved 05 07, 2015, from NHS Choices: http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Poisoning/Pages/Treatment.aspx
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