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1
Q

What is the highest factor in ingesting lead?

A

Age; younger kids puts things in their mouth

2
Q

What is the most likely ingested items to cause lead poisoning?

A

Lear paint chips

3
Q

The most dangerous side effects of ingesting lead is _____ ____

A

Mental retardation

4
Q

What are the signs of lead poisoning

A

Signs will be more serious if greater amount are ingested

  1. ) fatigue
  2. ) muscle weakness
  3. ) abdominal pain
  4. ) respiratory depression
5
Q

How do you treat lead poisoning?

A

Cheating agents

6
Q

How are these agents given ?

A

By receiving many IM injections

7
Q

Do not give ___ to induce vomiting

A

Ipecac

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