Activated Charcoal G10 Flashcards

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Activated Charcoal Class

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• Adsorbent

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Activated Charcoal MOA

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• Binds (adsorbs) and inactivates toxic substances in the gastrointestinal tract

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3
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Activated Charcoal Indications

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• Oral poisonings
• Oral overdoses

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4
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Activated Charcoal Adult dose

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• 30 to 60 Gm (1.0 to 2.0 Gm/kg)

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5
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Activated Charcoal Contraindications

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• The patient cannot protect their airway
• Ingestion of Caustics, Hydrocarbons, or Acids

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Activated Charcoal Adverse effects

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• Aspiration
• Nausea
• Vomiting

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7
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Activated Charcoal Pediatric dose

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• 0.5 to 1.0 Gm/kg

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