Overdose and Poisons Flashcards
1
Q
What must you know when assessing overdose and poisons 5x questions
A
What substance has been taken When was it taken How much has been taken What was it taken with Has the pt vomited
2
Q
What are the 5 H’s
A
H- hypovalemia
H- hypoxia
H- hydrogen ion excess
H- hypo/hyper kalemia
3
Q
What are the T’s
A
Cardiac temponade Toxins Tension pneumothorax Pulmonary thrombosis Coronary thrombosis
