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Approach to the Poisoned Patient

Knowledge Base

title: "Approach to the Poisoned Patient"

Approach to the Poisoned Patient

Key Facts

Paracetamol toxicity treatment line on Rumack-Matthew nomogram starts at 150 mg/L at 4 hours

In Australia, early advice from the Poisons Information Centre (13 11 26) or a clinical toxicologist helps guide antidotes, decontamination, and observation time.

Overview

This article covers Risk assessment, Toxidromes, Decontamination.

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Risk assessment

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Toxidromes

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Decontamination

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Sources

  • CC Bible
  • Toxicology Handbook
  • Poisons Information Centre (Australia)

Related Topics

See also: Opioid Toxicity & Overdose, Paracetamol Overdose