Poisoning

Question 1

occurs in all socioeconomic groups and, unlike other unintentional injuries, is entirely preventable. The age group in which it occurs most commonly is children between the ages of 2 and 3 years

Answer 1

Poisoning

Question 2

When poisoning occurs in a child over about 7 years of age, it may not be poisoning but a ?

Answer 2

Self injury attempt

Question 3

Immediately after ingestion, the child develops symptoms of anorexia, nausea, and usually vomiting.

Answer 3

Acetaminophen Poisoning

Question 4

Antidote for poisoning

Answer 4

activated charcoal

Question 5

Absorbs toxic substances that have been swallowed to prevent them from being absorbed by the stomach (Karch, 2013).

Answer 5

Activated charcoal

Question 6

a mucolytic agent and also the specific antidote for acetaminophen poisoning

Answer 6

acetylcysteine

Question 7

prevents hepatotoxicity by binding with the breakdown product of acetaminophen so that it will not bind to liver cells.

Answer 7

Acetylcysteine

Question 8

Ingestion of a strong alkali, such as lye, which is contained in certain toilet bowl cleaners or hair care products, causes burns and tissue necrosis in the mouth, esophagus, and stomach

Answer 8

Caustic poisoning