Multiprofessional Critical Care Review: Pediatric 2024 (MCCRCP24ON)-22

22_Poisons and Toxidromes

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The document provides an overview of poisons, toxidromes, and different types of toxic substances, including sympathomimetic, anticholinergic, cholinergic, and opiates. It discusses toxidromes associated with altered mental status and specific toxins like organophosphates and opioids. The toxic effects and treatment options for different poisonings are outlined, such as cholinergic crisis and organophosphate poisoning. Additionally, the document covers sedatives/hypnotics, serotonin syndrome, hallucinogens, and neuroleptics. Key points stress the importance of initiating resuscitation promptly, recognizing overlapping toxidromes, and understanding that pediatric patients require different treatment approaches. The presentation includes teaching slides and emphasizes the need to consider poly-ingestion in cases of toxicity. Medical imaging findings like a normal head CT scan are also mentioned. Overall, the document serves as a resource for healthcare professionals dealing with toxic exposures and poisoning emergencies.

Keywords

poisons

toxidromes

sympathomimetic

anticholinergic

cholinergic

opiates

organophosphates

serotonin syndrome

poly-ingestion

resuscitation

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