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