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1
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Ciguatera

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Seafood poisoning from toxins in fish tissues.

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Salmonella

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Bacterial infection from contaminated food or water.

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Campylobacter

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Common poisoning from contaminated poultry and milk.

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Escherichia coli (E. coli)

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Severe gastrointestinal poisoning from contaminated foods.

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Staphylococcus aureus

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Food poisoning from unhygienic food preparation practices.

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Symptoms of Food Poisoning

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Include cramping, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Severe Allergic Reaction

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Life-threatening response requiring immediate medical attention.

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Reassessment Frequency

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Regular checks on patient condition during transport.

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Flush Contaminated Skin

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Use large amounts of water for decontamination.

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Vomiting Precaution

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Be alert for airway compromise due to vomiting.

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Advanced Life Support

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Higher level of medical care for deteriorating patients.

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Transport Protocol

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Follow guidelines for safe patient transport.

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Signs of Poisoning

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Varied symptoms, often delayed after toxin exposure.

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Carbon Monoxide (CO)

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Colorless, odorless gas from incomplete combustion.

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Food Poisoning Symptoms

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Increased temperature, blood disorders, muscle issues.

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Emergency Medical Care

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Do not give anything by mouth; transport immediately.

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17
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Leading Cause of Death

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Carbon monoxide poisoning is a major cause.

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Sources of CO

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Includes furnaces, vehicle exhaust, and tobacco smoke.

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Initial Symptoms

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Flu-like symptoms without fever or body aches.

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Tachypnea

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Rapid respiratory rate indicating potential distress.

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Altered Mental Status

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Confusion early, unresponsiveness late in poisoning.

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Pulse Oximeter Reading

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High readings can be misleading in CO poisoning.

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Hypoxia

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Condition where cells lack adequate oxygen.

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Signs of Severe Poisoning

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Temporary blindness, hearing loss, convulsions, coma.

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25
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False Recovery Signs

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Awakening does not indicate resolution of poisoning.

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Carbon Monoxide Displacement

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CO replaces oxygen on hemoglobin in blood.

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Emergency Care Steps

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Maintain airway and assess breathing status.

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28
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Enclosed Space Danger

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Increased risk of CO poisoning in confined areas.

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29
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Common CO Sources

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Includes grills, stoves, and faulty heaters.

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30
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Symptoms Shared by Others

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Consider CO poisoning if multiple people affected.

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31
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Time to Death

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Can occur within minutes from CO exposure.

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32
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Chronic Exposure Risks

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Long-term exposure can lead to severe complications.

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33
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Medical Care Requirement

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All CO poisoning cases need immediate medical attention.

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34
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Carbon Monoxide Color Change

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Turns hemoglobin bright red, affecting oximeter readings.

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35
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Suicide Method

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Automobile exhaust is a common method due to CO.

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36
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Transport Guidelines

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Move patients to open air, away from CO sources.

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Nonrebreather mask

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Delivers high oxygen concentration regardless of readings.

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38
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Carboxyhemoglobin half-life

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Decreases significantly with high oxygen therapy.

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39
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Pulse oximeter

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Not reliable for guiding oxygen therapy.

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40
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CO-oximeter

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Measures carbon monoxide levels in blood.

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Positive pressure ventilation

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Used when respiratory rate or tidal volume is inadequate.

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Cyanide

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A poison that interferes with cellular oxygen use.

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Cyanide exposure routes

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Inhalation, absorption, injection, and ingestion.

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44
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Common cyanide sources

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Household products, rodent poisons, and cherry pits.

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Incomplete combustion

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Produces cyanide from burning plastics and carpets.

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46
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Cyanide poisoning hypoxia

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Oxygen delivery occurs, but usage is impaired.

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Early signs of cyanide poisoning

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Headache, confusion, agitation, and dyspnea.

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48
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Bitter almond smell

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Characteristic odor of cyanide, not detectable by all.

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Late signs of cyanide poisoning

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Seizures, coma, hypotension, and cardiac arrest.

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Emergency care for cyanide poisoning

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Scene safety and personal protection are essential.

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Self-contained breathing apparatus

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Used to protect rescuers from toxic environments.

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Patient care goals

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Ensure ventilation, oxygenation, and correct hypoperfusion.

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53
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Cyanide as a blood agent

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Also known as hydrogen cyanide.

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54
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Cyanide poisoning treatment

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Includes removal from toxic environment and oxygen therapy.

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55
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Cyanide’s effect on cells

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Blocks cytochrome oxidase, preventing oxygen use.

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56
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Cyanide poisoning progression

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Can lead to death within minutes.

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57
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Cyanide poisoning in firefighters

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May receive antidotes as a precaution.

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58
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Inclusion criteria for cyanide suspicion

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Consider in smoke exposure and industrial accidents.

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59
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Cyanide antidotes

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Administered alongside basic inhalation treatment.

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Cyanide Exposure Symptoms

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Anxiety, vertigo, weakness, headache, tachypnea, nausea.

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High Concentration Effects

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Altered consciousness, seizures, respiratory depression, cardiac dysrhythmias.

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Rapid Onset Severity

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Severity relates to exposure type and may cause collapse.

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Patient Management Steps

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Remove from toxic environment, assess ABCDs, vital signs.

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Pulse Oximetry Limitations

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May not correlate with tissue oxygenation in cyanide exposure.

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Cardiac Monitoring

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Attach monitor to examine rhythm for arrhythmias.

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66
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Blood Glucose Check

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Essential for assessing patient condition during cyanide exposure.

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Cyanide Treatment Initiation

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Administer oxygen via non-rebreather mask or CPAP.

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68
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Hydroxocobalamin Use

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Administered for cyanide poisoning, safe in pregnancy.

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Seizure Management

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Treat seizures per established guidelines.

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70
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PPE for Rescuers

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Wear appropriate personal protective equipment during rescue.

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Hydrogen Cyanide Generation

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Cyanide reacts with stomach acids, produces gas.

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Air Circulation Importance

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Maximize in closed spaces to prevent gas accumulation.

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73
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Nitrites Contraindication

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Do not use with suspected carbon monoxide poisoning.

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74
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Post-Hydroxocobalamin Effects

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Flushing occurs, not an allergic reaction.

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75
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Decontamination Steps

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Remove contaminated clothing, decontaminate patient rapidly.

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76
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Patent Airway Maintenance

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Establish and maintain airway for patient safety.

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Breathing Status Assessment

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Evaluate breathing status for respiratory distress.

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78
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Cyanide Blood Test Availability

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No rapid confirmatory test widely available.

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79
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Patient History Importance

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Obtain history including cardiovascular and medication details.

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80
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Physical Exam Necessity

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Perform to assess overall patient condition.

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81
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Monitoring for Hypoxia

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Observe for signs despite pulse oximetry readings.

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82
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Lactate and Cyanide Levels

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Collect pre-treatment blood sample for analysis.

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Nonrebreather mask

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Delivers high oxygen concentration in emergencies.

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Cyanide poisoning

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Requires immediate oxygen administration regardless of readings.

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ALS

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Advanced Life Support for severe medical emergencies.

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Caustic substances

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Strong acids or alkalis causing chemical burns.

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Strong acids

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Have extremely low pH, causing immediate burns.

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88
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Strong alkalis

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Have extremely high pH, causing deeper burns.

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89
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Chemical burn

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Tissue damage from caustic substance exposure.

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90
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Acid ingestion

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Burns primarily occur in the stomach.

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Alkali ingestion

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Burns deeper due to prolonged contact.

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Burn duration

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Acids burn for approximately seconds; alkalis for minutes to hours.

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Signs of caustic poisoning

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Includes burns, dysphagia, abdominal pain, and stridor.

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Dysphagia

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Difficulty swallowing, often seen in caustic poisoning.

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Stridor

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High-pitched sound indicating airway obstruction.

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Dyspnea

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Shortness of breath, a symptom of caustic poisoning.

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97
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Shock signs

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Pale skin, tachycardia, low blood pressure.

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Activated charcoal

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Ineffective for caustic substance ingestion.

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99
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Personal protective equipment

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Essential for rescuers during caustic substance management.

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100
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Decontamination

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Flush contaminated areas with large amounts of water.

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101
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Open airway

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Critical to manage swelling from burns.

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102
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Oropharyngeal airway

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Inserted if swelling obstructs airway access.

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103
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Maintain oxygen saturation

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Aim for 94% or greater during treatment.

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104
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Hypoxia

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Low oxygen levels in the body.

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105
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Hypoxemia

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Low oxygen levels in the blood.

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106
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Respiratory distress

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Signs indicating inadequate breathing or oxygenation.

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107
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Hypoxia

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Insufficient oxygen in the tissues.

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108
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Poor perfusion

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Inadequate blood flow to tissues.

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109
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Nasal cannula

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Device delivering supplemental oxygen through nostrils.

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110
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Positive pressure ventilation

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Assisted breathing using a mechanical device.

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111
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Hydrocarbons

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Organic compounds derived from crude oil or plants.

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Common hydrocarbon sources

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Kerosene, naphtha, turpentine, mineral oil, toluene, benzene.

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113
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Hydrocarbon poisoning

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Toxic effects from ingestion, inhalation, or absorption.

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114
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Viscosity

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Resistance of a substance to flow, affecting toxicity.

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115
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Signs of hydrocarbon poisoning

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Coughing, burns, dyspnea, cyanosis, seizures.

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116
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Scene safety

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Ensuring a safe environment for patient treatment.

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117
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Personal protective equipment

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Gear to protect responders from hazardous exposure.

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118
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Decontamination

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Removing contaminants from the patient’s body.

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119
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Open airway

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Maintaining an unobstructed passage for breathing.

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120
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Nonrebreather mask

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Device providing high-concentration oxygen to patients.

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121
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Transport patient rapidly

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Quickly moving the patient to medical facility.

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122
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Methanol

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Toxic alcohol found in various household products.

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123
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Ingestion of methanol

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Can lead to severe metabolic acidosis.

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Blindness from methanol

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Can occur from ingesting as little as 30-240 mL.

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Central nervous system symptoms

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Signs affecting brain function, e.g., headache, coma.

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Gastrointestinal symptoms

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Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain related to poisoning.

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Altered mental status

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Confusion or unresponsiveness in patients.

128
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Seizures

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Uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain.

129
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Nausea and vomiting

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Feeling sick and expelling stomach contents.

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Abdominal pain

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Discomfort or pain in the stomach area.

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Blurred vision

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Reduced clarity of sight.

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Dilated pupils

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Enlarged pupils that respond slowly to light.

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Visual changes

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Seeing spots or distortions in vision.

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Blindness

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Loss of vision, either temporary or permanent.

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Dyspnea

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Difficulty or labored breathing.

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Tachypnea

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Abnormally rapid breathing rate.

137
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Emergency medical care

A

Supportive treatment for methanol poisoning.

138
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Ethyl alcohol

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Drinking alcohol that prevents methanol conversion.

139
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Fomepizole

A

Antidote for methanol poisoning.

140
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Open airway

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Ensuring unobstructed breathing passage.

141
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Positive pressure ventilation

A

Assisted breathing to improve oxygen delivery.

142
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Oxygen administration

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Providing supplemental oxygen via nasal cannula.

143
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Isopropanol

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Common rubbing alcohol, toxic when ingested.

144
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Acetone

A

Metabolite of isopropyl alcohol affecting the CNS.

145
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Respiratory depression

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Decreased respiratory rate and effort.

146
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Hematemeis

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Vomiting blood due to gastrointestinal issues.

147
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Ethylene glycol

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Toxic substance found in antifreeze and detergents.

148
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Signs of shock

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Symptoms indicating inadequate blood flow.

149
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Three stages of poisoning

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Progressive symptoms of ethylene glycol toxicity.

150
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First Stage

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Neurological effects after ingestion of ethylene glycol.

151
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Second Stage

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Cardiopulmonary effects following ethylene glycol ingestion.

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Third Stage

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Renal effects occurring after ethylene glycol ingestion.

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Neurological Symptoms

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Signs include uncoordinated movements and slurred speech.

154
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Altered Mental Status

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Confusion or disorientation after ethylene glycol ingestion.

155
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Nausea and Vomiting

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Common symptoms in the first stage of poisoning.

156
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Seizures

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Possible neurological symptom of ethylene glycol toxicity.

157
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Hallucinations

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Altered perceptions occurring in the first stage.

158
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Tachypnea

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Increased respiratory rate in second stage poisoning.

159
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Pulmonary Edema

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Crackles upon auscultation indicating fluid in lungs.

160
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Cyanosis

A

Bluish discoloration due to lack of oxygen.

161
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Dyspnea

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Difficulty breathing associated with cardiopulmonary effects.

162
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Respiratory Distress

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Inadequate breathing requiring immediate medical intervention.

163
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Heart Failure

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Potential outcome in the second stage of poisoning.

164
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Oliguria

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Production of little urine following renal stage.

165
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Anuria

A

Absence of urine production in severe cases.

166
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Hematuria

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Presence of blood in urine during renal stage.

167
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Emergency Medical Care

A

Supportive treatment for ethylene glycol poisoning.

168
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Open Airway

A

First step in emergency care for poisoning.

169
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Positive Pressure Ventilation

A

Technique for inadequate breathing support.

170
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Urushiol

A

Toxic element causing reactions from poison ivy.

171
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Poison Ivy

A

Common plant causing allergic skin reactions.

172
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Suicide Bags

A

Plastic bags used for euthanasia via gas inhalation.

173
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Helium

A

Inert gas used in suffocation method.

174
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Nitrogen

A

Inert gas causing asphyxiation when inhaled.

175
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Hypoxia

A

Condition of insufficient oxygen in the body.

176
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Hypercarbia

A

Excess carbon dioxide in the bloodstream.

177
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Chemical Suicide

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Suicide method using toxic household chemicals.

178
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Hydrogen Sulfide

A

Deadly gas produced from mixing acid and detergent.

179
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Asphyxiation

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Suffocation caused by lack of oxygen.

180
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Toxic Environment

A

Area with harmful gas concentrations.

181
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Emergency Responders

A

Personnel responding to hazardous situations.

182
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Mass Casualty Incident

A

Event causing multiple victims needing urgent care.

183
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Decontamination

A

Process of removing toxic substances from a patient.

184
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Nonrebreather Mask

A

Device providing high concentration oxygen to patients.

185
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Poison Control Centers

A

Facilities assisting in poison treatment and management.

186
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Pre-arrival Notification

A

Alerting medical facility about incoming contaminated patient.

187
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Airtight Seal

A

Sealing method to contain toxic gas within an area.

188
Q

Toxic Fumes

A

Harmful gases that can cause health hazards.

189
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Detergent Bottle

A

Container for cleaning agent used in chemical suicide.

190
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Acid Bottle

A

Container for corrosive substance used in chemical suicide.

191
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Mixing Device

A

Tool used to combine chemicals for toxic gas.

192
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Patient Transport

A

Moving a patient to a medical facility.

193
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Oxygenation

A

Process of providing oxygen to the body.

194
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Positive Pressure Ventilation

A

Technique to assist inadequate breathing.

195
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Clothing Decontamination

A

Removing contaminated clothing to prevent exposure.

196
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Poison Control Centers

A

Toll-free centers assisting with poison emergencies.

197
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Toxicologists

A

Experts providing guidance on poison treatment.

198
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Follow-up Calls

A

Monitoring patient progress post-poison exposure.

199
Q

Drug Abuse

A

Self-administration of drugs outside approved patterns.

200
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Overdose

A

Emergency caused by excessive drug or alcohol intake.

201
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Withdrawal

A

Abstinence period from accustomed drugs or alcohol.

202
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CNS Depressant

A

Substances that lower central nervous system activity.

203
Q

Respiratory Depression

A

Decreased breathing rate or effort.

204
Q

Altered Mental Status

A

Changes in awareness or cognitive function.

205
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Hyperthermia

A

Abnormally high body temperature.

206
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Hypothermia

A

Abnormally low body temperature.

207
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Stimulants

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Drugs that increase heart rate and blood pressure.

208
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Depressants

A

Drugs that decrease heart rate and mental alertness.

209
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Amphetamines

A

Stimulants causing increased alertness and mood elevation.

210
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Cocaine

A

Stimulant causing euphoria and increased heart rate.

211
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Methamphetamine

A

Powerful stimulant with severe cardiac risks.

212
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Nicotine

A

Stimulant found in tobacco products.

213
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Seizures

A

Sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain.

214
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Cardiac Arrest

A

Sudden loss of heart function.

215
Q

Drug Interaction

A

Effects from combining different drugs, potentially dangerous.

216
Q

Emergency Goals

A

Identify and treat vital function impairments.

217
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Treatment Options

A

Strategies for managing poison exposure and overdose.

218
Q

Patient Assessment

A

Evaluating age, weight, and symptoms for treatment.

219
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Cocaine Overdose

A

Causes excitement, euphoria, and rapid respiration.

220
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Cocaine Withdrawal

A

Leads to apathy, sleep, irritability, and depression.

221
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Cannabis Effects

A

Moderate dosages cause euphoria and increased appetite.

222
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THC

A

Active compound in cannabis causing psychoactive effects.

223
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Synthetic Cannabinoids

A

Man-made chemicals mimicking THC effects.

224
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Cannabis Overdose

A

Can cause fatigue, paranoia, and possible psychosis.

225
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Depressants

A

Substances that reduce neural activity and bodily functions.

226
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Opiates

A

Natural or synthetic drugs derived from opium.

227
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Heroin Effects

A

Causes euphoria, drowsiness, and respiratory depression.

228
Q

Fentanyl

A

Powerful synthetic opioid, high overdose risk.

229
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Alcohol

A

CNS depressant causing altered mental status.

230
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Barbiturates

A

Sedatives that can cause CNS depression.

231
Q

Benzodiazepines

A

Medications for anxiety, can cause sedation.

232
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Hallucinogens

A

Psychedelic drugs causing altered perceptions.

233
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LSD Effects

A

Causes hallucinations and altered time perception.

234
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PCP

A

Causes violent behavior and possible paralysis.

235
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Inhalants

A

Substances causing euphoria and loss of inhibitions.

236
Q

Sudden Sniffing Death

A

Fatal phenomenon from inhalant use.

237
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Withdrawal Symptoms

A

Can include insomnia, irritability, and depression.

238
Q

Needle Tracks

A

Visible signs of repeated intravenous drug use.

239
Q

Overdose Symptoms

A

Include respiratory failure and possible death.

240
Q

CNS Depression

A

Slowed brain activity leading to unresponsiveness.

241
Q

Flashbacks

A

Re-experiencing drug effects long after use.

242
Q

Alcohol Absorption

A

Alcohol is quickly distributed to body tissues.

243
Q

Alcohol Concentration

A

Alcohol is concentrated in blood and brain.

244
Q

Alcohol Abuse Illnesses

A

Includes cirrhosis and peritonitis.

245
Q

Alcohol Intoxication Risks

A

Major cause of automobile crashes.

246
Q

Alcohol Ingestion Effects

A

Contributes to overdoses, homicides, and trauma.

247
Q

Assessment-Based Approach

A

Evaluate and treat drug or alcohol emergencies.

248
Q

Scene Size-Up

A

Ensure scene safety before approaching patient.

249
Q

Police Backup

A

Call early for potential violence situations.

250
Q

Meth Labs

A

Hazardous materials scene for EMTs.

251
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Behavior Change Risks

A

Rapid changes can lead to violence.

252
Q

Needle Precautions

A

Avoid contact with drug abuser’s needles.

253
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Standard Precautions

A

Protect against bloodborne and airborne diseases.

254
Q

Mechanism of Injury

A

Identify potential causes of patient injury.

255
Q

Mimicking Conditions

A

Drug emergencies can resemble stroke or hypoglycemia.

256
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Evidence of Use

A

Look for pills, syringes, or liquor bottles.

257
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Medical ID Tags

A

Provide information on chronic conditions.

258
Q

General Impression

A

Form initial assessment of the patient’s condition.

259
Q

Life Threats

A

Check for gunshot wounds or major bleeding.

260
Q

Altered Mental Status

A

Varies from excitability to unresponsiveness.

261
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Airway Inspection

A

Check for blockages from secretions or vomitus.

262
Q

CNS Depressants

A

Can cause inadequate breathing in patients.

263
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Positive Pressure Ventilation

A

Used if breathing is slow or absent.

264
Q

Oxygen Administration

A

Based on patient signs and symptoms.

265
Q

Nasal cannula

A

Device for delivering supplemental oxygen.

266
Q

Radial pulse

A

Pulse felt at the wrist, indicates circulation.

267
Q

CNS depressants

A

Substances that reduce central nervous system activity.

268
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CNS stimulants

A

Substances that increase central nervous system activity.

269
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Cool, clammy skin

A

Skin condition indicating poor perfusion and hypotension.

270
Q

Alcohol odor

A

Scent indicating possible alcohol abuse.

271
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Fruity odor

A

Scent indicating potential diabetic emergency.

272
Q

Altered mental status

A

Change in awareness or cognitive function.

273
Q

Vital signs variability

A

Changes in physiological measurements based on drug type.

274
Q

Unresponsiveness

A

Inability to awaken from deep sleep or coma.

275
Q

Respiratory difficulties

A

Weak or noisy breathing patterns.

276
Q

Cyanosis

A

Bluish skin indicating low oxygen levels.

277
Q

Fever

A

Temperature above 100°F or 38°C.

278
Q

Tachycardia

A

Abnormally fast heart rate.

279
Q

Bradycardia

A

Abnormally slow heart rate.

280
Q

Vomiting with altered mental status

A

Risk of airway occlusion or aspiration.

281
Q

Seizures

A

Muscle spasms indicating neurological distress.

282
Q

Dilated pupils

A

Common sign of CNS stimulant use.

283
Q

Pinpoint pupils

A

Common sign of narcotic use.

284
Q

Huffers

A

Individuals inhaling substances for psychoactive effects.

285
Q

Huffers

A

Patients inhaling substances to achieve euphoria.

286
Q

Alveolar membrane

A

Site where gases exchange in lungs.

287
Q

Hallucinogens

A

Substances causing altered perceptions and sensations.

288
Q

Jugular venous distention

A

Swelling of neck veins indicating heart failure.

289
Q

Auscultate

A

Listen to internal sounds using a stethoscope.

290
Q

Euphoric feeling

A

Intense happiness from inhaled substances.

291
Q

Hypoxia

A

Deficiency of oxygen in the body.

292
Q

Narcotics

A

Drugs that relieve pain and induce relaxation.

293
Q

Peripheral pulses

A

Blood flow indicators in limbs.

294
Q

Cool, clammy skin

A

Sign of narcotic drug abuse.

295
Q

Needle tracks

A

Marks indicating intravenous drug use.

296
Q

Vital signs

A

Measurements of heart rate, blood pressure, etc.

297
Q

CNS depressants

A

Substances that slow down brain activity.

298
Q

CNS stimulants

A

Substances that increase brain activity.

299
Q

Flushed skin

A

Redness indicating possible drug reaction.

300
Q

Cyanotic skin

A

Bluish discoloration due to low oxygen.

301
Q

Temperature variations

A

Can indicate type of substance abused.

302
Q

Medical alert tags

A

Identification for patients with health conditions.

303
Q

Unreliable history

A

Patient’s account may be distorted or false.

304
Q

Multiple substance abuse

A

Using more than one drug simultaneously.

305
Q

Physical exam

A

Assessment of patient’s physical condition.

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