Toxicology Notes Flashcards

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1
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What are the routes for toxic exposure?

A

Ingestion
Inhalation
Surface absorption
Injection

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2
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How often should you evaluate poisoned patients?

A

Every five minutes

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3
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Cathartics

A

Such as sorbitol, increased gastric motility and shortening the amount of time toxins stay in the gastrointestinal tract.

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4
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What effects do Organophosphates have on the heart?

A

Cause bradycardia

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5
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What effects do methamphetamines have on heart?

A

Tachycardia

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6
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What airway problem is frequently associated with poisoning?

A

Aspiration

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