Intoxication

Question 1

Indicative signs

Answer 1

• Acute onset of rapidly progressing neurological signs
• Neurological signs + other system signs e.g. GI
• Multifocal neurological signs - e.g. seizures + CN deficits

Question 2

Supportive care

Answer 2

Often get hyperthermic - active cooling may be needed
Correct any hypoglycaemia
Try to maintain systemic BP
Monitor urine output
Oxygenation

Question 3

Methods to reduce toxin absorption

Answer 3

1. induce emesis if <2hrs and no suspicion of corrosive material. (apomorphine dogs, xylazine cats)
2. activated charcoal
3. IV lipid solution - can potentially remove toxins