Poisoning - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide
Overview Poisons are substances that cause injury, illness or death These events are caused by a chemical activity in the cells Poisons can be injected, inhaled or swallowed Poisoning should be suspected if a person is sick for unknown reason Poor ventilation can aggravate Inhalation poisoning First aid is critical in saving the life of victims Causes Medications Drug overdose Occupational exposure Cleaning detergents/paints Carbon mono oxide gas from furnace, heaters Insecticides Certain cosmetics Certain household plants, animals Food poisoning (Botulism) Symptoms Blue lips Skin Rashes Difficulty in breathing Diarrhea Vomiting/Nausea Fever Headache Giddiness/drowsiness Double vision Abdominal/chest pain Palpitations/Irritability Loss of appetite/bladder control Numbness Muscle twitching Se...