Activated Charcoal Flashcards

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Activated Charcoal Class

A

Adsorbent

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Activated Charcoal Mechanism of Action

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Adsorbs ingested toxic substances grom GI tract

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Activated Charcoal Indications

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Oral poisons, Medication overdoses

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Activated Charcoal Contraindications

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Unprotected airway, Absence of gag reflex, Ileus

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Activated Charcoal Dosage and Administration

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25 - 100 g orally or via NG tube

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