Asked by Angelica Ochoa on May 14, 2024
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What is the result of acute salicylate (ASA, aspirin) poisoning?
A) Chemical pneumonitis
B) Hepatic damage
C) Retractions and grunting
D) Disorientation and loss of consciousness
Salicylate Poisoning
A toxic condition that occurs due to an overdose of salicylates, compounds found in medications like aspirin.
Disorientation
A state of confusion about time, place, or identity, often seen in various neurological and psychiatric disorders.
Chemical Pneumonitis
Inflammation of the lung caused by aspirating or inhaling irritant substances, leading to difficulty breathing and potentially causing permanent lung damage.
- Gain an understanding of the manifestations in clinical settings of widely encountered poisonings in children.
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Lauren ParkerMay 20, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
ASA poisoning causes disorientation and loss of consciousness. Chemical pneumonitis is caused by hydrocarbon ingestion. Hepatic damage is caused by acetaminophen overdose. ASA does not cause airway obstruction.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the manifestations in clinical settings of widely encountered poisonings in children.