Ch 38: Poisoning

Question 1

Describe symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning:
At low carbon monoxide levels (carboxyhemoglobin sat 10 - 20%), victims may have _____, ______, ______ ____, and _____.
With higher levels, ______, ______, and ______ may occur.
At levels greater than 50 - 60%, ________, ____, and ______ are common.

Answer 1

headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, and nausea.
confusion, dyspnea, and syncope
Hypotension, coma, and seizures