Multiprofessional Critical Care Review: Pediatric (2023)-Poisons and Toxidromes

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In this presentation, Janice Zimmerman discusses specific toxic agents and interventions to prevent or minimize toxic effects. She starts by addressing acetaminophen poisoning, highlighting that pediatric populations generally fare better than adults in these cases. Treatment involves assessing acetaminophen levels and administering the antidote N-acetylcysteine within eight hours of ingestion to avoid liver damage. Zimmerman then covers other toxic agents such as toxic alcohols, benzodiazepines, sympathomimetics, carbon monoxide, and more. She explains how to identify these toxins and provides interventions and treatments for each case. Additionally, she discusses the opioid epidemic, including the rise of synthetic opioids like fentanyl, and the importance of naloxone as an opioid antagonist. Zimmerman concludes by mentioning hospital-acquired intoxications, including heparin overdoses, opioid intoxication in healthcare settings, and propofol infusion syndrome. Overall, her presentation provides a comprehensive overview of various toxic agents and their interventions.

Keywords

toxic agents

interventions

acetaminophen poisoning

pediatric populations

N-acetylcysteine

toxic alcohols

opioid epidemic

naloxone

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