Multiprofessional Critical Care Review: Pediatric 2024 (MCCRCP24ON)-Evaluation and Management of the Poisoned Child

Evaluation and Management of the Poisoned Child

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Video Summary

The speaker, addressing an audience of medical professionals, emphasizes the importance of understanding toxicology for patient care and exam preparation. Highlighting common and fatal exposures, they focus on various drugs such as sedatives, opioids, and acetaminophen, and discuss their toxic effects and management approaches. They stress pediatric-specific concerns, noting differences in drug absorption, metabolism, and potential toxicological impacts on children. The presentation covers initial steps in handling unknown ingestions, including the importance of physical exams, recognizing toxidromes, and the significance of managing vital signs. Specific topics include methemoglobinemia, calcium channel blockers, carbon monoxide poisoning, and iron toxicity. The speaker underscores using antidotes, understanding the pharmacological principles, and collaborating with poison control for effective treatment.

Keywords

toxicology

patient care

drug toxicity

pediatric toxicology

antidotes

poison control

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