NUTRITION
KITCHEN SAFETY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Call mom
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Call the Poison Control Center right away
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Take a picture and laugh
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Give them water
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Detailed explanation-1: -First steps If the person inhaled poison, get him or her fresh air right away. If the person has poison on the skin, take off any clothing the poison touched. Rinse skin with running water for 15 to 20 minutes. If the person has poison in the eyes, rinse eyes with running water for 15 to 20 minutes.
Detailed explanation-2: -What should I do if I think someone has been poisoned? Right away call the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222), which connects you to your local poison center. A poison expert will tell you exactly what to do.
Detailed explanation-3: -antidotes – these are substances that either prevent the poison from working or reverse its effects. sedatives – may be given if the person is agitated. a ventilator (breathing machine) – may be used if the person stops breathing. anti-epileptic medicine – may be used if the person has seizures (fits)
Detailed explanation-4: -The general approach to the poisoned patient can be divided into six phases: (1) stabilization; (2) laboratory assessment; (3) decontamination of the gastrointestinal tract, skin, or eyes; (4) administration of an antidote; (5) elimination enhancement of the toxin; and (6) observation and disposition.