Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App
Questions and Answers
Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for food and drink poisoning?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for food and drink poisoning?
- Inducing vomiting if necessary
- Giving the patient milk to neutralize the poison (correct)
- Performing artificial respiration if needed
- Gastric lavage with water and table salt
What is the purpose of applying pressure bandages to a poison bite injury?
What is the purpose of applying pressure bandages to a poison bite injury?
- To stop the spread of the poison in the body (correct)
- To warm the victim and provide fluids
- To drain contaminated blood from the wound
- To disinfect the place of infection
What should be done after applying pressure bandages to a poison bite injury?
What should be done after applying pressure bandages to a poison bite injury?
- Give the patient milk to neutralize the poison
- Perform artificial respiration if needed
- Call or transfer the victim to the nearest hospital (correct)
- Disinfect the place of infection
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
Treating Food and Drink Poisoning
- Induced vomiting is NOT a recommended treatment for food and drink poisoning.
Treating Poison Bite Injuries
- Applying pressure bandages to a poison bite injury helps to restrict the flow of venom through the lymphatic system.
- After applying pressure bandages to a poison bite injury, the affected limb should be immobilized and kept below heart level to prevent the venom from spreading.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
