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POISONING Aspirin – NV, vomiting, seizures. Tx: vitamin k Acetaminophen – RUQ pain, jaundice, increased liver enzymes. Tx: N acetylcysteine Carbon monoxide/Gas - NV, lethargy, tachypnea/cyanosis. Tx: intubation/O2 Lead – cognitive delays, sensory impairment, increased impulsivity. Tx: chelation therapy, 45 lead level Overall Tx Needs to be used within 1 hr of ingestion • Gastric Decontamination o Activated charcoal o Gastric Lavage Poison control Contraindication – syrup of ipecac; initiates vomiting, injures esophag
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