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What is the recommended approach for vison control in a poisoned patient?
What is the recommended approach for vison control in a poisoned patient?
- Activated charcoal (correct)
- Whole bowel irrigation
- Orogastic lavage
- Oral administration of syrup of ipecac
Which method is considered not effective and potentially serious for the treatment of a poisoned patient?
Which method is considered not effective and potentially serious for the treatment of a poisoned patient?
- Oral administration of syrup of ipecac (correct)
- Whole bowel irrigation
- Activated charcoal
- Hemodialysis
What is the documented benefit of orogastic lavage in the treatment of a poisoned patient?
What is the documented benefit of orogastic lavage in the treatment of a poisoned patient?
- Improved vomiting
- Black tarry stools
- Palatability
- Protected airway (correct)
Which toxic substance requires hemodialysis for removal in a poisoned patient?
Which toxic substance requires hemodialysis for removal in a poisoned patient?
Which antidote is recommended for anticholinergic poisoning in a poisoned patient?
Which antidote is recommended for anticholinergic poisoning in a poisoned patient?