Toxicology

Question 1

Activated charcoal use is contraindicated with what poisonings?

Answer 1

Petroleum distillates or hydrocarbons

Question 2

What is classified as a cathartic agent?

Answer 2

Sorbitol

Question 3

What treatment is recommended for animals that may have ingested corrosives?

Answer 3

Give diluted milk or water in combination with demulcents and GI protectants

Question 4

Ethylene glycol antifreeze kills because it causes what?

Answer 4

Kidney failure

Question 5

What is the max dosage of 3% hydrogen peroxide in dogs?

Answer 5

3 Tbsp

Question 6

Easter Lilies have been shown to cause what?

Answer 6

Kidney failure in cat

Question 7

What should Concentrated permethrin insecticides should never be used on?

Answer 7

Cats

Question 8

What is the ingredient in sugar free gum that is toxic to animals?

Answer 8

Xylitol

Question 9

What is the correct order of chocolates from LEAST to MOST toxic?

Answer 9

White, milk, dark, baker

Question 10

What lab abnormality is seen with acetaminophen (Tylenol) toxicity in cats?

Answer 10

Brown urine (Methemoglobinuria)

Question 11

Which species of animals are susceptible to alcohol toxicity?

Answer 11

All!

Question 12

What does LD 50 stand for?

Answer 12

Lethal dose for 50% of the population

Question 13

What does SLUDGE stand for?

Answer 13

Salivation
Lacrimation
Urination
Defecation
GI
Emesis

Question 14

What are 5 questions you would ask a client in a possible toxicosis case?

Answer 14

1) What toxin?
2) How much?
3) How long ago?
4) Any treatment given?
5) What route of exposure?