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    UNIT: FIRST AID

    UNIT CODE: 006


    GROUP 1
    Members
    • Peter kinyoi
    • Collins kimari
    • Cecilia Karia
    • Mary Apadet
    • Serah Nateku
    • Hannah Karanja
    • Pauline
    • Sheila Naomi
    • Bryvon Rapolo
    Ingested Poisons →
    Definitions →
    * Poison: → A substance that, when introduced into or absorbed by the
    body, can cause injury or death.
    * Ingestion: → The act of swallowing or taking a substance into the body
    through the mouth.
    Types of Ingested Poisons →
    * Over-the-counter medications: → Aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen
    * Prescription medications: → Opioids, benzodiazepines, antidepressants
    * Household products: → Bleach, detergents, cleaning solvents
    * Plant toxins: → Mushrooms, wild berries(Jerusalem berries ,ivy,
    pokeweed berries), plants ie datura
    * Agricultural chemicals: → Pesticides, herbicides
    Management →
    General Principles →
    • Assess DRAB, respond as needed, and treat any more urgent injuries as needed.
    • Immediately call the Poison Control Center or emergency medical services (911).
    • Do not induce vomiting unless specifically directed by medical professionals.
    • Do not give the person food or drink.
    • If unconscious place person in recovery position
    • Wipe any vomit away from their mouth and keep their head pointing down, to allow vomit escape without
    them breathing it in or swallowing.
    • Keep the person calm and comfortable.
    • NB; Fluid will breakdown the harmful substances into smaller compounds resulting in the poison being
    absorbed into the body more quickly.
    Specific Measures →
    * Give activated charcoal(carbon): → May bind to the poison(adsorbs) and prevent its absorption into the
    body.
    Gastric lavage: →( Placing a tube through the mouth or nose into stomach then flushing saline solns followed
    by suction of gastric contents)
    * Ipecac syrup: → An emetic that may induce vomiting (no longer commonly used).
    * Supportive care: → Oxygen, fluids, medications to treat symptoms (e.g., seizures, respiratory depression).
    Do’s and Don'ts →
    Dos →
    • Keep the person supervised until medical help arrives.
    • Collect and bring any containers or product labels to the medical facility.
    • Follow the instructions of the Poison Control Center or medical
    professionals.
    • If the person is vomiting, turn them on their side(recovery position) to
    prevent aspiration.
    Don'ts →
    • Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical professionals.
    • Do not give the person food or drink.
    • Do not delay calling for medical help.
    • Do not try to guess the type of poison ingested.
    • Do not attempt home remedies without consulting a doctor.
    Prevention →
    • Store all medications and household products safely out of reach of
    children.
    • Keep plants that are poisonous out of the home.
    • Teach children about the dangers of ingesting unknown substances.
    • Dispose of used or expired medications properly.

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