1. Chapter 13 Poisoning

2. Ingested (Swallowed) Poisons Recognizing Ingested Poisoning Abdominal pain Nausea or vomiting Diarrhea Burns, stains, odor near or in mouth Drowsiness or unresponsiveness Poison containers nearby

3. Care for Ingested Poisons (1 of 2) Determine Age and size of victim What and how much poison ingested When it was taken Responsive victim, call Poison Control Center at 800-222-1222.

4. Care for Ingested Poisons (2 of 2) Give activated charcoal if advised. Unresponsive victim, call 9-1-1. Place victim in recovery position. Save containers, plants, and vomit.

5. Alcohol and Other Drug Emergencies Alcohol intoxication Drug overdose

6. Alcohol Intoxication Recognizing Alcohol Intoxication Odor of alcohol Unsteadiness, staggering Confusion Slurred speech Nausea and vomiting Flushed face

7. Care for Alcohol Intoxication Monitor breathing. Look for injuries. Recovery position Call poison control center at 800-222-1222. If victim becomes violent, call 9-1-1. If victim is unresponsive, open airway, check breathing, and treat. Call 9-1-1.

8. Drug Overdose Recognizing Drug Overdose Drowsiness, anxiety, agitation, or hyperactivity Change in pupil size Confusion Hallucinations Care is the same as for alcohol intoxication

9. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (1 of 2) Recognizing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Headache Ringing in ears Chest pain Muscle weakness Nausea and vomiting Dizziness and visual changes Unresponsiveness Breathing and heart have stopped

10. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (2 of 2) Symptoms come and go. Symptoms worsen and improve in certain places and at certain times. Nearby people have similar complaints. Can be confused with the flu Pets seem ill.

11. Care for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Remove victim from environment immediately. Call 9-1-1. Monitor breathing. Place unresponsive, breathing victim in recovery position.

12. Plant Poisoning Poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac Recognizing Plant Poisoning Rash Itching Redness Blisters Swelling

13. Care for Plant Poisoning Clean skin with soap and cold water as soon as possible. Lukewarm bath and colloidal oatmeal Calamine lotion and baking soda paste Corticosteroid ointment and oral corticosteroid