Toxicologic Emergencies Flashcards
1
Q
Define Toxicosis
A
a disease condition caused by the absorption of metabolic or bacterial poisons
2
Q
What are the 7 details you should gather when assessing a patient who has a toxicological emergency?
A
If possible, access the bottle or container
Determine the medications that patient normally takes
Determine the time of exposure
Exposure acute or chronic
Determine if symptoms are related to the substance
Determine any prior treatment that was taken at home
Was the exposure intentional
3
Q
Define Toxidrome
A
constellations of S/S that suggest a specific type of poisoning
