ER Flashcards
1
Q
Post severe burn pain
A
IV opioids; morphine
2
Q
Caustic chemical burn
A
Massive irrigation
3
Q
Acetaminophen toxicity
A
First two hours: activated charcoal
Within 8 hours: N acetylcysteine
4
Q
Dog/cat bite
A
Copious irrigation
Primary wound closure if it’s in the face. Otherwise, it’s contraindicated
5
Q
Beta blocker poisoning
A
Glucagon
6
Q
Iron toxicity
A
Whole bowl irrigation
Deferoxamine
Activated charcoal can’t be used