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XII
POISONING
Over a million cases of poisoning
occur in the United States each
year, most involving young children.
PREVENTION of poisoning should be the
concern of every parent with young children.
Substances likely to cause poisoning
should be kept away from inquiring
youngsters!
Since various poisons cause different
symptoms, and because treatments vary
depending upon the substance
ingested, the first step in the event
of poisoning is to call the local
POISON CONTROL CENTER! DO NOT WAIT
FOR SYMPTOMS TO OCCUR! IDENTIFY THE
NATURE OF THE POISON AND RECEIVE
SPECIFIC CARE INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE
PROFESSIONAL STAFF AT THE CENTER!
All poisoning victims need to be
monitored carefully for signs of
shock or impaired consciousness.
Every household should keep ACTIVATED
CHARCOAL & SYRUP OF IPECAC on hand
for possible use in poisoning
emergencies, however they should
not be administered unless instructed
by the Poison Control Center
staff. Both of these items are
readily available, without
prescription, at any drug store.
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