Activated Charcoal Flashcards

1
Q

Indication for activated charcoal

A

Use within 30 minutes of ingestion for overdose

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2
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Action of activated charcoal

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Binds with contents in stomach and does not allow absorption

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3
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Contraindications for activated charcoal

A

Patent airway

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4
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Side effects of activated charcoal

A

Vomiting, very nasty

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5
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Route of activated charcoal

A

PO - Orally

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6
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Dose of activated charcoal

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1 bottle, 25 grams

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