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What is the appropriate action to take when managing an overdose or poisoning in an unwell infant or child?
What is the appropriate action to take when managing an overdose or poisoning in an unwell infant or child?
- Provide oxygen according to JRCALC guidelines (correct)
- Monitor vital signs without any intervention
- Induce vomiting to expel the toxins
- Reassure the parents and wait for symptoms to improve
Which of the following should be avoided during the management of overdose or poisoning?
Which of the following should be avoided during the management of overdose or poisoning?
- Inducing vomiting (correct)
- Assisting with 12 lead ECG placement
- Collecting samples for hospital transfer
- Administering activated charcoal immediately
In a case of suspected poisoning, which procedure is essential before transferring to the hospital?
In a case of suspected poisoning, which procedure is essential before transferring to the hospital?
- Document details regarding the incident (correct)
- Begin immediate dialysis
- Administer intravenous fluids
- Complete a full blood panel
What resource can be consulted for more information on managing poisoning cases?
What resource can be consulted for more information on managing poisoning cases?
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What is an important consideration beyond immediate medical intervention in cases of overdose or poisoning?
What is an important consideration beyond immediate medical intervention in cases of overdose or poisoning?
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Study Notes
Overdose and Poisoning Management
- Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, Inhalation, Absorption, Injection
- Types of Overdose/Poisoning: Accidental, Intentional
- Management
- Administer oxygen according to JRCALC guidelines
- Document details of the incident
- Never induce vomiting
- Assist with 12 lead ECG placement
- Transport to hospital with sample and containers
- Seek advice from TOXBASE
- Consider safeguarding referral if intentional exposure suspected
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