SAQ21 – Tox – Delicious Washing powder

A mother presents with her very distressed 18 month old child. The mother is concerned that the child may have eaten powder detergent from the dishwasher, 30 minutes ago.

a. List three (3) features of toxicity of this ingestion.

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b. What is the specific decontamination that is required if particulate matter is found in the mouth?

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c. What is the treatment of choice if toxicity is suspected?

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d. Other than referral to Ophthalmology, list five (5) steps in the management of this exposure.

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e. List three (3) indications for urgent Ophthalmological referral.

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