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Midterm Pre & postlab (Antidotes) Flashcards

1
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A processed charcoal that is obtained from the burning of carbonaceous substances. It involves extensive treatment w/ steam, CO2, O2, ZnCl, H2SO4, H3PO4, at 500-900°F that increases surface area.

A. Activated Charcoal
B. EDTA
C. N-acetylecysteine
D. Naloxone

A

A. Activated Charcoal

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they are significantly bound?

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Organic molecules

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3
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they are generally less well bound?

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LMW & polar compounds

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4
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they are also not appreciably bound?

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certain inorganic salts

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5
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this antidote has an adsorption at a ratio of approximately 10:1 and administered in1g/kg PO or gastric tube as aqueous suspension?

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Activated charcoal

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6
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chelating agent especially for lead intoxication; hypercalcemia

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Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA)

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in chronic chronic Pb exposure, a medical condition characterized by high levels of calcium in the blood?

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Hypercalcemia

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8
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the BLL that can be considered as Pb poisoning?

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> 150mcg/dL

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9
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Dosing of EDTA for adult and children?

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Adult: 2-4g or 30-50mg/kg
Children: 1000-1500mg/m2

IV q24H as continuous IV dil. 2-4mg/mL in NS or D5%
symptomatic: admin. for 3-5days

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10
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a precursor to glutathione, direct sulfhydryl binding agent; an antioxidant that helps neutralize the toxic metabolites of APAP that can damage the liver?

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N-acetylcysteine (NAC)

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11
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Dosing of NAC:

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140mg/kg LD dil. in juice or soda
MD: 70mg/kg q4H

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12
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competitive opioid antagonist; takes effect 1-2 mins. after IV. Used in opioid overdose

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Naloxone

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13
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longer elimination t1/2 and DoA; discontinued in US. Used to treat alcohol dependence.

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Nalmefene

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14
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active Po; prevent recidivism in patients detoxified after opioid abuse, and reduce alcohol craving.

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Naltrexone

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15
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Dosing of Naloxone:

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Adults: 0.4-2mg IV initially, repeat at 2-3 mins. interval; 0.4-0.8mg/h continuous IV (NS or D5%), titrate for effect.

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16
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Specific chelating agent for iron (free)

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Deferoxamine

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17
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it is water soluble & renally excreted as (?)

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Red ferrioxamine complex…orange-pink/vin rose

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18
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Dosing of Deferoxamine:

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5 mg/kg/h IV increasing over 15 mins as tolerated,
do not exceed 15mg/kg/h

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19
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enzyme that converts a small portion of the drug into a toxic metabolite known as N-acetyl-p-benzoquinone imine (NAPQI).

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P450 (CYP2E1)

20
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product of the combination of glutathione to NAPQI to form nontoxic substance?

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Cysteine & Mercapturic acid conjugates

21
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Dosing of Paracetamol poisoning:

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Children: >200mg/kg
Adults: 6-7g

22
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Early manifestations of Paracetamol poisoning

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anorexia & NV

23
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After 24-48 hrs. manifestations of Paracetamol poisoning

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AST & ALT levels rise; evident hepatic necrosis

24
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Paracetamol poisoning is diagnosed by?

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Nomogram; electrolytes (anion gap), liver enzymes

25
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a tool used to assess the risk of liver damage following paracetamol overdose.

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Rummack-Matthew nomogram

26
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chemical asphyxiant binds to these to block the aerobic utilization of oxygen?

A

cellular cytochrome oxidase

27
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a much less toxic compound that is excreted in the urine?

A

Thiocyanate

28
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level of Hydrogen cyanide to be considered as cyanide poisoning:

A

150-200ppm

29
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level of ingested Na or K salts to be considered as cyanide poisoning:

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200mg

30
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Antidote for Cyanide poisoning

A

Hydrocobalamin
Nithiodote

31
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Universal antidote is composed of:

A

2 parts AC
1 part TA
1 part MgO

32
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forms a protective film relieving inflammation and irritation

A

Demulcent

33
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Examples of demulcent:

A

Milk
egg albumin (egg white)

34
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this prevents absorption by binding with heavy metals

A

Demulcent

35
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Cyanide poisoning is diagnosed by:

A

lactic acidosis
elevatad venous O2 saturation
“bitter” almond odor

36
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Abrupt onset of profound toxic effects present in cyanide poisoning shortly after exposure:

A

Headache
Nausea
Dyspnea (SOB)
Confusion

37
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2 active ingredients of Nithiodote:

A

Na nitrite inj. IV
Na thiosulfate IV

38
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Management of Poisoning:

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  1. Accurate history taking
  2. Stabilization of patient’s condition
  3. Physical examination
  4. Laboratory examination
  5. Decontamination
  6. Poison-specific treatment – antidote
  7. Disposition
39
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History Taking: 5 W’s

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Who – demographics (name, age, weight, etc.)
What – identify the drug/ toxin and dose
When – time and date
Where – route of administration and the geographic location
Why – intentional or accidental

40
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Emergency evaluation treatment:

A

A-irways, B-reathing, C-irculation, D-isability, E-xposure

41
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Essential Laboratory Tests:

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• Serum osmolality and osmolar gap
• Electrolytes
• Serum glucose
• BUN and creatinine
• Liver profile
• Urinalysis
• ECG
• Pregnancy test
• Tests to detect specific chemical/drug levels

42
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Decontamination:

A

• Wash skin and irrigate eyes
• Emesis or gastric lavage
• Charcoal or cathartic
• Hemodialysis, Hemoperfusion

43
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neutralizes the poison by changing its chemical nature or oxidize the poison into non-toxic or insoluble form. Ex, Na thiosulfate

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Chemical antidote

44
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one that prevents absorption of the poison. Ex. AC

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Mechanical antidote

45
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one that counteracts the effects of poison by producing opposing
physiologic effect. Ex. Naloxone

A

Physiologic antidote

46
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work by forming a complex with the metal ion, which can then be excreted from the body through urine or feces. Ex. EDTA

A

Chelating agents

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