AFA Chapter 14

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What is the recommended treatment if a patient's skin comes in contact with sap from Giant Hogweed or Wild Parsnip?

Expose the area to sunlight

Apply an antiseptic cream immediately

Protect the area from sunlight (correct)

Apply ice to the affected area

What should be done if sap from Giant Hogweed or Wild Parsnip enters a patient's eyes?

Apply eye drops immediately

Rinse the eyes with water for at least 15 minutes (correct)

Cover the eyes with a bandage

Expose the eyes to direct sunlight

What is the recommended action if someone is stung by an insect or bitten by an animal, and the creature is still present?

Capture the animal for identification

Run away quickly to avoid further contact

Make a note of any memorable features and avoid capturing the animal (correct)

Begin self-treatment without seeking medical help

Why is identifying the species of creature important after a sting or bite?

To determine if the creature was venomous Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern with insect stings according to the text?

They can lead to anaphylactic reactions in some individuals Signup and view all the answers

What is a general piece of advice given for treatment of injected poisons from insect and animal stings?

Seek immediate medical attention regardless of severity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a route through which a poison can enter the body?

Incision Signup and view all the answers

What defines a substance as a poison?

Chemical action causing injury or death Signup and view all the answers

Ingested poisons enter the body through which system?

Digestive system Signup and view all the answers

Which is an example of an ingested poison mentioned in the text?

Alcohol Signup and view all the answers

Poisoning by inhalation occurs when a person breathes in...

Toxic gas or fumes Signup and view all the answers

Which route of poison entry is most likely to involve accidental ingestion by children?

Ingestion Signup and view all the answers

What is withdrawal?

A condition experienced after refraining a substance Signup and view all the answers

In what situations can an overdose occur?

When someone takes too much medication or in a suicide attempt Signup and view all the answers

What are designer drugs?

Chemical variations on other drugs to circumvent laws Signup and view all the answers

Which category do stimulants, depressants, and hallucinogens fall under?

Categorized according to their effects on the body Signup and view all the answers

Why might withdrawal occur?

As a result of deliberate decisions to stop using a substance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of designer drugs altering their chemical makeup?

To circumvent drug laws by making it more difficult to detect or technically illegal Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason carbon monoxide poisoning is often fatal?

It replaces oxygen in the bloodstream Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common source of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Gas stoves Signup and view all the answers

What are some common signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Severe headache and dizziness Signup and view all the answers

How does carbon monoxide affect the body during poisoning?

It replaces oxygen in red blood cells Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a patient is suspected of having inhaled poisoning?

Move the patient to a well-ventilated area Signup and view all the answers

Why is carbon monoxide poisoning often misdiagnosed?

It mimics symptoms of other common illnesses like flu Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a patient under the effects of a drug becomes violent or threatening?

Withdraw from the area Signup and view all the answers

How should you handle a situation involving crowd management agents poisoning?

Contact the Poison Control Centre immediately Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of crowd management agents?

To temporarily incapacitate groups of people Signup and view all the answers

In what form are tear gas and similar compounds dispersed?

Particles or droplets Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to include information about a designer drug overdose in a patient's history when transferring care?

To inform the receiving medical team about potential treatment challenges Signup and view all the answers

How may crowd management agents be absorbed into the body?

Through inhalation or skin/eye absorption Signup and view all the answers