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For any ingestions or exposure the first thing you need to evaluate in the patient’s airway, breathing and circulation status. Attempt to identify if there is a toxidrome present or gain history from the patient, bystanders, family, or EMS as to what the patient may have taken/been exposed to so that you can do a risk assessment. Risk assessment means ingestion/agent, amount, consideration of decontamination, expected effects, and treatment plans. Specific physical exam findings or smells can help guide your diagnosis.
Emergency Medicine Doctors
Emergency Medicine Nurses
Paramedics
Rural GP's
Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:
Toxicology: The Management of Poisoning and Overdose: Part 2
common presentations and management
Emergency Medicine / Toxicology
Decontamination of the Poisoned Patient
Key considerations