10 Questions
What type of information should physicians use in self-harm poisoning cases to assist in the diagnosis?
Information from friends, family, prehospital personnel, and medical records
Why is it important for physicians to ask about over-the-counter drugs and traditional/herbal preparations in poisoning cases?
To assess the full extent of potential toxins ingested
What role does physical examination play in managing poisoning cases?
Helps find the toxidrome and complications of toxins
Why is it important to send drug levels for testing at the proper time in poisoning cases?
To prevent misinterpretation of results
In what type of cases is supportive care along with decontamination usually sufficient for poisoned patients?
Most poisoning cases
In managing poisoning cases, what is sometimes considered the cornerstone of treatment?
Antidotes
What guiding principle should physicians remember when dealing with poisoned patients?
"Treat the patient, not the poison."
Why should physicians be cautious with urine or blood toxicology screen assays in acute overdose cases?
Because they can lead to misinterpretation
What can focused laboratory tests help physicians understand in poisoning cases?
The severity of toxicity and suspected toxin
What system should physical examination include when assessing a poisoned patient?
All organ systems
Learn about the importance of conducting a full physical examination on toxicological patients, including specific signs to look out for such as consciousness level, breath odor, pupil size, and more.
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