Poisoning/Drug Toxicities

Question 1

Og tube

Answer 1

• gastric lavage
• activated charcoal
  -cathartic

Question 2

Acetaminophen intoxication s/s

Answer 2

24:48hrs N/V
RUQ pain
Signs of hepatic toxicity: jaundice, elevated LFTs, prolonged PT, altered mental status, delirium

Question 3

Treatment of acetaminophen toxicity

Answer 3

Activated charcoal
N – acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) with a loading dose orally
Smells like rotten eggs

Question 4

Salicylate intoxication (ASA) symptoms

Answer 4

Nausea/vomiting
Tinnitus, dizziness
Hyperthermia
Elevated LFTs usually a late sign
Dehydration

Question 5

Treatment for salicylate overdose

Answer 5

Activated charcoal
Sodium bicarb IV to correct severe acidosis usually less than 7.1