HellsBells Posted October 8, 2008 Posted October 8, 2008 mshow00 wrote: I agree with Windy here... the girls(both) got into a caustic liquid and drank it... talking to the babysitter is important have to find out what they drank... after obtaining V/S and talking with babysitter call poison control and inform them of S/S, V/S and suspitions... possible NG/OG tube( pump the stomach?)... activated charcoal Hold off on the AC if you think it is a caustic substance injestion. AC will cause vomiting and further burn the esophagus and oropharnx Not only that, this Pt. was vomiting and has now become lethargic; you want to pour a liquid down her throat?? Aspiration anyone?
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