Activated Charcoal Flashcards
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Activated Charcoal Class
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Antidote, adsorbent
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Activated Charcoal Action
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Binds to and adsorbs ingested toxins, inhibiting their GI adsorption
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Activated Charcoal Indications
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Known or suspected drug or poison ingestion
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Activated Charcoal Contraindications
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Hypersensitivity, Do not treat: Cyanide, Mineral Acid, Caustic alkalis, Iron, Ethanol, Methanol, Corrosives, Petroleum
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Activated Charcoal Side Effects
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N/V, Black stools, diarrhea, Constipation
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Activated Charcoal Adult dose
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1g/kg PO (50g-100g)
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Activated Charcoal Pedi Dose
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1g/kg PO (10g-30g)
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Activated Charcoal Onset
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Immediate
