Toxicology Quiz and Flashcards

A 25-year-old man overdosed on heroin and is unresponsive. His breathing is slow and shallow and he is bradycardic. He has track marks on both arms. What should the EMT do?

A 4-year-old, 15-kg male ingested an unknown quantity of acetaminophen (Tylenol). What should the EMT do?

Activated charcoal may be indicated for a patient who ingested which substance?

Airborne substances should be diluted with:

Before giving activated charcoal, what should you do?

In general, injected poisons are impossible to dilute or remove because they:

Signs and symptoms of a sympathomimetic drug overdose include:

The poison control center will provide you with the most information regarding the appropriate treatment for a patient with a drug overdose if it:

An overdose of acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, will MOST likely cause:

Hypotension, hypoventilation, and pinpoint pupils would be expected following an overdose of:

Heroin Overdose Management

In cases of heroin overdose, the patient may show unresponsiveness, slow and shallow breathing, and bradycardia.
The initial intervention involves inserting a nasal airway and using a bag-valve mask (BVM) for ventilation.

Pediatric Acetaminophen Ingestion

A 4-year-old child who ingested an unknown amount of acetaminophen requires activated charcoal administration to prevent absorption of the drug.
Always contact medical control for guidance before administering activated charcoal.

Activated Charcoal Indications

Activated charcoal is effective for treating certain ingestions, particularly aspirin, but is not indicated for iron, ethanol, or methanol.

Airborne Poison Management

Airborne toxic substances should be diluted with oxygen to minimize their effects.

Medical Control Approval for Activated Charcoal

Prior to administering activated charcoal, EMTs must obtain approval from medical control to ensure proper treatment protocols are followed.

Injected Poisons Characteristics

Injected poisons tend to be absorbed quickly into the body, making dilution or removal challenging in emergency situations.

Sympathomimetic Overdose Symptoms

Key symptoms of a sympathomimetic drug overdose include tachycardia, indicating increased heart rate as a primary sign.

Poison Control Assistance

The poison control center provides critical treatment information for drug overdose cases when they have clarity on the specific substance involved, enhancing treatment accuracy.

Acetaminophen Overdose Consequences

An overdose of acetaminophen can lead to severe liver failure, a serious and potentially fatal condition.

Oxycodone Overdose Symptoms

In cases of oxycodone (Percocet) overdose, symptoms may include hypotension, hypoventilation, and pinpoint pupils, reflecting the depressant effects on the central nervous system.

Test your knowledge on toxicology as it applies to emergency medical services. This quiz covers critical interventions for overdose cases, including various routes of naloxone administration and airway management. Perfect for EMT students preparing for examinations.