[2.6] Poisoning

• POISONING


  Any substance introduced into the body, in relatively small amounts, by its chemical actions, may cause damage to structures or disturbances of function.
• POISONS


  act by changing the normal metabolism of the cells or by destroying them
• ASPIRATE


  Breathe (something) in; inhale
• CYANOSIS


  The bluish color in the skin, lips, and nail beds is caused by a shortage of oxygen in the blood.
• CAUSTIC AGENTS


  Chemical and physical agents have the potential to cause tissue destruction.
• ANAPHYLAXIS


  A severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. The immune system releases a flood of chemicals that can cause the body to go into shock.
• TOURNIQUET


  A device, such as a strip of cloth or a band of rubber, that is wrapped tightly around a leg or an arm to prevent the flow of blood to the leg or the arm for a period of time.
• ANTIVENIN


  An antiserum containing antibodies against specific poisons, especially those in the venom of snakes, spiders, and scorpions.
• TYPES OF POISONING

  1. Ingested
  2. Inhaled
  3. Injected
  4. Absorbed