Types of Poisons
This type of poison can be inhaled, causing symptoms like coughing and difficulty breathing.
What is an inhaled poison?
This symptom is common after ingesting poison and involves expelling stomach contents.
What is vomiting?
Person is responsive and have no breathing difficulty.
When to call Poison Control Centre?
This action can prevent children from accessing poisons.
What is store poisons out of reach and in locked cabinets?
These poisons enter the body through the skin, often through bites or stings.
What are injected poisons?
Inhaled poisons often lead to this difficulty.
What is breathing difficulty?
Person is unresponsive or having breathing difficulty.
when to call 911/EMS?
You should do this to bottles and containers to make them safer.
What is use child-resistant caps?
Poison that enters the body through eating or drinking
What is an ingested poison?
This type of symptom includes confusion, seizures, and loss of consciousness.
What are neurological symptoms?
For ingested poisons, do this to prevent further absorption.
What is do not induce vomiting unless directed by a poison control center or healthcare professional?
This household habit can prevent accidental poisoning by ingestion.
What is never store poisons in food or drink containers?
Poison that comes into contact with skin, causing irritation or burns.
What is a contact poison?
• Slowed breathing (or no breathing)
• Chest tightness
• Extreme drowsiness or unresponsiveness
• Small pupils
What are signs and symptoms of Opioid poisoning?
If someone has inhaled poison, you should move them to this location.
What is a well-ventilated area or fresh air?
This step should be taken when using household chemicals to ensure safety.
What is read and follow label instructions?
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas.
Why Carbon Monoxide is a "silent Killer" ?
A rash, burning or itching skin, swelling or blisters.
What are signs and symptoms of contact poisoning?
This is the recommended first aid action for injected poisons from bites or stings.
What is keep the affected limb lower than the heart and call for emergency help?
Installing these devices can prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
What are carbon monoxide detectors?