Poisoning/ Harmful Substances

Question 1

Routes of entry

Answer 1

Ingestion
Inhalation
Injection
Absorption

Question 2

Signs + symptoms

Answer 2

Nausea
Vomiting
Pain
Breathing difficulties
Seizures
Confusion
Unconsciousness

Question 3

Treatment - Inhalation

Answer 3

Escort to safety
Find the relevant Safety Data Sheet

Question 4

Treatment - Absorbtion

Answer 4

Remove any affected clothes
Rinse affected area

Question 5

Treatment - Ingestion

Answer 5

Don’t induce vomit
Contact EMS
BE aware that they may become unresponsive
If they are less than A on the AVPU scale, place in the recovery position
Pass on any info to EMS/hospital
Follow ambulance control advice