SAQ 1142 – Toxic ingestion with persistent hypoxaemia

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A 72-year-old man is brought to ED after intentionally ingesting sodium nitrite tablets used for cleaning dentures. His airway is patent, respiratory examination is normal, and oxygen saturations remain 85% despite oxygen titration.

List three (3) immediate bedside investigations.

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State the unifying diagnosis and one underlying condition associated with development of the condition and increased risk of failing to respond to treatment.

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State the treatment of choice.

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/ 1

State one (1) additional therapy used to treat this condition.

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List three (3) toxic ingestions or exposures that can cause this condition.

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