[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” pix_padding_top=”pix-top-no-padding” pix_padding_bottom=”pix-bottom-no-padding” gradient_colors=”%5B%7B%7D%5D” el_class=”cont-overflow-none display-inline-block position-initial”][vc_column][vc_row_inner gradient_colors=”%5B%7B%7D%5D”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text el_class=”simple-text-bg-gray”]Poisoning is caused by exposure to a harmful substance and can occur from ingestion, injection, inhalation, or any exposure.<\/span> Most poisonings happen by accident.<\/span><\/p>\n

Immediate first aid is very important in a poisoning emergency, if given before getting medical help it can save a person’s life, so it is important to know what to do in case of poisoning:<\/span><\/p>\n

Causes<\/h2>\n

Items that can cause poisoning include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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• Carbon monoxide (from furnaces, gas engines, fires, heaters)<\/span><\/li>\n
• Certain foods<\/span><\/li>\n
• Chemicals in the workplace<\/span><\/li>\n
• Drugs<\/span><\/li>\n
• Detergents and cleaning products for household use<\/span><\/li>\n
• Indoor and outdoor plants<\/span><\/li>\n
• Insecticides<\/span><\/li>\n
• Paint<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Symptoms<\/h2>\n

  Some of the symptoms can be:<\/span><\/p>\n

  Abdominal pain<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Purple lips<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Chest pain<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    \u00a0Confusion<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Cough<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Vertigo<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Double vision<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Drowsiness<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Fever<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Headache<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Heart palpitations<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Irritability<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Nausea and vomiting<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Numbness and tingling<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Seizures<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Skin rash or burns<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Stupor<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Loss of consciousness<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • Weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          First aid<\/h2>\n

          The first thing to do is to seek medical help immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n

          For intoxication by ingestion and some inhalations:<\/h2>\n

          Examine and monitor the person’s airway, breathing, and pulse.<\/span> Start artificial respiration and CPR, if necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n

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          1. Try to verify that the person has certainly been intoxicated.<\/span> It can be difficult to determine, but if possible, identify the poison.<\/span><\/li>\n
          2. Do not induce vomiting in the person, unless directed to do so by a health professional.<\/span><\/li>\n
          3. If the person vomits, clear the airways.<\/span><\/li>\n
          4. If the person begins having seizures, perform seizure first aid.<\/span><\/li>\n
          5. Keep the person comfortable.<\/span> Turn it onto its left side and have it stay there while you wait for medical help.<\/span><\/li>\n
          6. If the poison has spilled onto the person’s clothing, remove it and wash the skin with water.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

             You must not<\/h2>\n

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             • Give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.<\/span><\/li>\n
             • Induce vomiting unless directed by a doctor.<\/span> A strong poison that burns the throat on the entry will also do damage when vomiting.<\/span><\/li>\n
             • Try to neutralize the poison with lemon juice, vinegar, or any other substance, unless directed by a doctor.<\/span><\/li>\n
             • Wait for symptoms to appear if you suspect a person has been poisoned.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

               Prevention<\/h2>\n

               It is important to take steps to protect young children from toxic substances.<\/span> Store all medications, cleansers, cosmetics, and household chemicals out of the reach of children or in cabinets with child-proof latches.<\/span><\/p>\n

               You must be familiar with the plants that are in the house.<\/span> It is good to keep your children informed about it.<\/span> Remove any type of poisonous plants.<\/span> Never eat wild plants, mushrooms, roots, or berries.<\/span><\/p>\n

               Teach children about the dangers of substances that contain poison.<\/span> One recommendation is to mark the substances that may be toxic.<\/span><\/p>\n

               Do not store household chemicals in food containers, even if they are labeled.<\/span><\/p>\n

               Some toxic or environmental exposures do not require large doses or contact to cause symptoms and injury.<\/span> Therefore, it is very important to get treatment right away to prevent serious damage.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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