Activated Charcoal Decontamination Quiz
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What is described as among the earliest medical texts, dating back to around 1500 B.C.?

  • The Rosetta Stone
  • The Book of Dead
  • The Epic of Gilgamesh
  • The Ebers Papyrus (correct)

    • Who were the toxicologists of antiquity, according to the text?

  • Magicians and religious figures (correct)
  • Merchants and traders
  • Scientists and physicians
  • Warriors and hunters

    • What were the earliest poisons used for, as mentioned in the text?

  • Building structures and tools
  • Hunting, waging war, and executions (correct)
  • Creating artworks and literature
  • Cooking and medicinal purposes

    • Which therapeutic intervention involves giving a surgical bowel cleansing solution at high flow rates?

    <p>Whole bowel irrigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is Multiple-Dose Activated Charcoal (MDAC) usually indicated?

    <p>Substances that form solid masses in GIT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of giving an osmotic cathartic along with activated charcoal?

    <p>To decrease transit time of activated charcoal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which condition is alkalinization not recommended as part of enhanced elimination?

    <p>Coma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of resuscitation and stabilization in cases of toxic exposures?

    <p>To detect and correct life-threatening conditions and maintain vital functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a component of managing toxic exposures based on a risk assessment approach?

    <p>Surgical intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When considering resuscitation and stabilization, what should be done to assess breathing?

    <p>Assess respiratory rate, cyanosis, SaO2, and ABGs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intervention is recommended for suspected opioid-induced respiratory compromise during resuscitation and stabilization?

    <p>Naloxone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which therapeutic intervention is recommended for weak acidic toxins better excreted in alkaline urine?

    <p>Alkalinization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended urinary pH level during alkalinization?

    <p>7-8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which specific toxins is hemodialysis reserved as a therapeutic intervention?

    <p>Salicylates, methanol, ethylene glycol, lithium, &amp; theophylline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is hemodialysis less effective as a therapeutic intervention?

    <p>Toxins with large volume of distribution (&gt;1 L/kg)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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