paracetamol overdose Flashcards
1
Q
what are the signs and symptoms of paracetamol overdose in 24 hours?
A
nausea and vomiting
2
Q
what are the signs and symptoms of paracetamol overdose in 72 hours?
A
RUQ pain and hypotension
3
Q
what are the signs and symptoms of paracetamol overdose in 72-96 hours?
A
Liver/ renal failure, metabolic acidossi, confusion, jaundice
4
Q
how are paracetamol overdose diagnosed?
A
bloods for paracetamol levels
VBG for for metabolic acidosis
clotting screen, U & Es, LFTs, FBC
5
Q
what is the treatment for paracetamol overdose?
A
refer to liason psychiatry for mental health assessment
6
Q
when treating paracetamol overdose what do you do within 1 hour?
A
activated charcoal
7
Q
what pH is concerning for paracetamol overdose? what must you do?
A
NAC or urgent liver transplant if blood pH< 7.3
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