Poisoning Management

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What is the primary goal of administering 100% oxygen in CO poisoning?

To restore normal oxygen levels in the body

To provide supportive care

To counteract the effects of the poison (correct)

To prevent long-term brain damage

Which of the following is a characteristic clinical manifestation of Cyanide poisoning?

Mothballs Odor

Rotten Egg Odor (correct)

Bitter Almond Odor

Oil of Wintergreen Odor

What is the purpose of administering an antidote kit in Cyanide poisoning?

To support respiratory function

To counteract the effects of the poison (correct)

To reduce the severity of symptoms

To promote detoxification

What is the primary goal of the secondary survey in managing a poisoned patient?

To identify the toxic agent Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic skin manifestation of Organophosphate poisoning?

Excessive Sweating Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of administering bronchodilators in managing a poisoned patient?

To support respiratory function Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of identifying genetically susceptible individuals in medical toxicology?

To customize drug therapy to minimize toxicity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that determines the effect of a toxicant when inhaled?

Lipid solubility of the poison Signup and view all the answers

What is the priority in the management of a poisoned patient?

Primary Survey and Emergency Stabilization Signup and view all the answers

What type of toxicity occurs when a patient has an allergic or idiosyncratic reaction to a toxicant?

Idiosyncratic toxicity Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of checking for signs of shock and hypotension in a poisoned patient?

To assess the severity of the poisoning Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of removing clothes and other items that interfere with full evaluation in a poisoned patient?

To expose the patient for full evaluation Signup and view all the answers

What is the clinical presentation of Phencyclidine (Angel Dust)?

Disorganized thought process, amnesia, dysphoria, and delirium Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of MDMA/Ecstasy?

Acts by dissociating the brain’s perception of pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of ozone in the air?

Formation of reactive free radicals Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for Methamphetamine toxicity?

Symptomatic treatment with plasma expanders, diazepam, and cooling measures Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of chronic exposure to sulfur dioxide?

Gradual lung damage and cardiopulmonary disease Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of Sedative Hypnotics?

Enhance GABA activity and effect, increase frequency and duration of opening Signup and view all the answers