Deck 10: Poison Control

Question 1

Activated charcoal may be given as an antidote to minimize systemic absorption of ingested poisons.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Substance that induces vomiting

A)Antidote
B)Antivenom
C)Emetic
D)poison
E)Activated charcoal

Answer 2

Emetic

Question 3

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Poisoning by a sting, bite or needle

A)Ingestion
B)Inhalation
C)Injection
D)Absorption
E)Syrup of ipecac

Answer 3

Injection

Question 4

Vomiting should be avoided after ingestion of corrosive substances such as mineral acids or caustic alkalis.

Question 5

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Treatment for a venomous snake bite

A)Antidote
B)Antivenom
C)Emetic
D)poison
E)Activated charcoal

Question 6

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Substance that interferes with normal physiologic function of the body

A)Antidote
B)Antivenom
C)Emetic
D)poison
E)Activated charcoal

Question 7

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Poisoning by the route of breathing

A)Ingestion
B)Inhalation
C)Injection
D)Absorption
E)Syrup of ipecac

Question 8

A poison must be ingested in large amounts to interfere with physiologic functions.

Question 9

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Substance that minimizes systemic absorption of ingested poison

A)Antidote
B)Antivenom
C)Emetic
D)poison
E)Activated charcoal

Question 10

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Treatment given to counteract the effects of a poison

A)Antidote
B)Antivenom
C)Emetic
D)poison
E)Activated charcoal

Question 11

Vomiting should be induced after ingestion of volatile petroleum products.

Question 12

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Most common route of poisoning

A)Ingestion
B)Inhalation
C)Injection
D)Absorption
E)Syrup of ipecac

Question 13

Syrup of ipecac should be administered to any child who has ingested a toxic substance.

Question 14

Vomiting should be avoided if the patient is semiconscious, severely inebriated, in shock, convulsing, or has no gag reflex.

Question 15

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Poisoning by contact with the skin or eyes

A)Ingestion
B)Inhalation
C)Injection
D)Absorption
E)Syrup of ipecac

Question 16

Match each item with the correct statement below.
Emetic agent no longer recommended for use

A)Ingestion
B)Inhalation
C)Injection
D)Absorption
E)Syrup of ipecac

Question 17

Vomiting should be avoided if the patient is less than 1 year old.

Question 18

Vomiting should be induced after ingestion of convulsants.

Question 19

Vomiting should be induced if the patient has a cardiac or vascular disease to avoid interaction with any chronic medications the patient may be taking.

Question 20

The risk of poisoning by ingestion is increased in children over 5 years.

Question 21

Treatment of poisoning of the skin or eyes requires _______.

A) CPR
B) induction of emesis
C) flushing with a continuous stream of water
D) application of a corticosteroid ointment

Question 22

Treatment of poisoning by sting requires _______.

A) CPR
B) induction of emesis
C) flushing with a continuous stream of water
D) cleansing the area and removal of the stinger by scraping

Question 23

Poisoning by snakebite requires _________.

A) keeping the patient quiet and transporting to an emergency medical center
B) induction of emesis
C) flushing with a continuous stream of water
D) application of a corticosteroid ointment

Question 24

Treatment of poisoning by inhalation requires _________.

A) CPR
B) symptomatic treatment
C) induction of emesis
D) application of a corticosteroid ointment

Question 25

Taking a substance by mouth is called _______.

A) poisoning
B) antidote
C) ingestion
D) emetic

Question 26

The recommended method for disposal of old or outdated medications includes ______.

A) flushing down the toilet
B) putting them in the garbage and taking it outside immediately
C) taking to a local pharmacy for disposal
D) None of the above.

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a correct step in the treatment of a snakebite?

A) Apply ice to the site to discourage further distribution of the venom.
B) Administer appropriate antivenin.
C) Keep the patient quiet and transport to emergency care.
D) Take the snake along for identification.

Question 28

Treatment used to counteract a harmful substance is ________.

A) poison
B) antidote
C) ingestion
D) emetic

Question 29

One of the drawbacks of using activated charcoal is that it ____.

A) is too risky to use in most poisonings
B) is often abused by persons with anorexia or bulimia
C) is not well tolerated by patients
D) may interfere with the action of antidotes

Question 30

Activated charcoal is given to ________.

A) cause emesis
B) minimize systemic absorption of the ingested poison
C) prevent emesis
D) maximize systemic absorption of the ingested poison

Question 31

Which comment by a mother of a preschooler indicates the need for further education?

A) "I will not reuse chemical containers for other uses."
B) "I will turn on a light when preparing medications."
C) "It is acceptable to discard medications in a wastebasket."
D) "I will keep all dangerous chemicals in their original containers."

Question 32

A substance taken into the body by ingestion, inhalation, injection, or absorption that interferes with normal physiological functions is a(n) _______.

A) poison
B) antidote
C) ingestion
D) emetic

Question 33

A substance used to induce emesis is a(n) __________.

A) poison
B) antidote
C) ingestion
D) emetic

Question 34

With regard to poisoning, no treatment at all is more dangerous than the wrong treatment.

Question 35

Which comment by a mother of a preschooler indicates the need for further education?

A) "I will always read labels when preparing medications."
B) "I will tell Sara that the medicine is candy so she will take it without a fuss."
C) "I will look at the medication to see if it is outdated or discolored."
D) "I will keep all chemicals in areas separate from food areas."

Question 36

Which action should not be performed following an insect sting?

A) Use a self-injecting epinephrine device if necessary.
B) Remove the stinger with tweezers.
C) Remove the stinger by scraping.
D) Cleanse the site with soap and water after the stinger is removed.

Question 37

Why are small children at greater risk for iron toxicity?

A) They are smaller in size.
B) They are more likely to think iron pills are candy.
C) They are unable to metabolize iron at the same rate as adults.
D) They have a smaller surface-to-weight ratio.

Question 38

Age groups most at risk for poisoning are _______.
i.Young children
ii.Adolescents
iii.Middle age
iv.Older adults

A) i, ii
B) ii, iii
C) ii, iv
D) i, iv

Question 39

Treatment for carbon monoxide poisoning may include _______.

A) hyperbaric oxygen
B) antidote for inhaled chemicals
C) ventilator support
D) All of the above.

Question 40

Inhalation of an insect spray may require ____.

A) packing with activated charcoal
B) the use of gastric lavage
C) induction of vomiting
D) administration of an antidote such as atropine

Question 41

External poisons should be flushed from the eyes using a continuous stream of water for ____.

A) 5 minutes
B) 30 minutes
C) 10 minutes
D) 20 minutes

Question 42

In preparation for a visit from your four-year-old niece, you have securely stored all of the household cleaners, insecticides, other chemicals, and medications.In terms of poison control, are you ready for the visit?

A) Yes, as long as you have locked up both the prescription and over-the-counter medications.
B) No, because most poisonings in children under six involve personal care products and cosmetics.
C) Yes, as long as the storage areas are someplace your niece cannot easily reach.
D) Yes, you are ready (at least as far as poison control is concerned).

Question 43

The pediatrician has prescribed an antibiotic suspension for three-year-old Lianne.Lianne is excited that the antibiotic is bright pink and tastes like sweet bubble gum.What should her parents tell her?

A) They should praise her for taking her medication like a big girl.
B) They should not say anything to her, but ask for another medication that doesn't taste as good.
C) They should explain that it is taken for her health and only as directed by a physician.
D) They should express their excitement along with her.