Activated charcoal Flashcards
1
Q
Indications
A
Poisoning by mouth
2
Q
Contraindications
A
Altered mental status
Ingestion of acids, alkalis, or petroleum products
Active vomiting
Inability to swallow
3
Q
Actions
A
Activated charcoal adsorbs (binds) certain poisons and prevents them from being absorbed into the
body.
4
Q
Side Effects
A
black stools
vomiting
nausea