The Cannon: An OhioHealth EMS Podcast
Toxicology- Parts 1 & 2
Eric Cortez, MD, FACEP, FAEMS
Andrew Kalnow, DO
Danni Schneider, DO

Quiz Portion

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* 1. Carbon monoxide binds to hemoglobin 200 more times more tightly to oxygen.

True

False

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* 2. Once it is determined a patient has carbon monoxide poisoning, the ultimate treatment is oxygen.

True

False

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* 3. The more serious symptoms of cyanide poisoning include all of the following EXCEPT:

Seizure activity

Unconsciousness

Shock

Low blood sugar

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* 4. Patients who have symptoms of carbon monoxide and/or cyanide toxicity should go to a comprehensive burn center.

True

False

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* 5. All overdoses are considered polypharmacy until proven otherwise.

True

False

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* 6. Salicylate poisoning symptoms can include:

Nausea, vomiting, and high blood sugar

Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, ringing in ears, and hyperventilation

High blood sugar and low sodium levels

All of the above