Aspirin Flashcards
1
Q
What are the main features of salicylate poisoning?
A
Hyperventilation Tinnitus Deafness Vasodilation Sweating
2
Q
How is salicylate poisoning treated?
A
In hospital, where plasma salicylate, pH, and electrolytes can be measured.
Activated charcoal can be given within 1 hour of ingesting 125mg/kg of aspirin.
