Drowning, Hanging, and Poisoning

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Drowning signs

  • Respiratory distress
  • Dyspnoea
  • Abnormal breathing sounds
  • Tachycardia
  • Restlessness or aggression
  • Cold and pale skin
  • Signs of hypothermia
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Advanced drowning signs

  • Unconsciousness
  • Lack of respiratory activity
  • Lack of cardiac activity
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Drowning treatment

  • PHTLS (if there is traumatic injury).
  • Clear any liquid from mouth.
  • Provide oxygen if necessary.
  • Perform CPR in ABC order, with defibrillator on DRY patient.
  • Dry patient off and cover.
  • Hospital transfer.
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Hanging signs

  • Circumstances
  • Bruising, abrasions, bleeding, noose signs on the neck.
  • Cyanosis and facial discoloration.
  • Respiratory distress.
  • Hypoxia signs.
  • Jugular vein congestion.
  • Altered levels of consciousness.
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Hanging treatment

  • PHTLS
  • Lower from noose (at least 2 EMTs)
  • Focus on immobilisation of spine
  • CPR if necessary
  • Provide oxygen, if necessary
  • Hospital transfer
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Ingestion poisoning notes

No eating or drinking without specific instructions from the National Poisoning Centre.

The patient should not be encouraged to vomit.

Keep label if possible.

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Smoke and gas inhalation signs

  • Respiratory edemas
  • Respiratory failure
  • Respiratory arrest
  • Neurological damage
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Smoke and gas inhalation treatment

  • PHTLS
  • Provide oxygen, if necessary
  • Keep airways open