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First Aid

SWALLOWED POISONS:

Medicines: Do not give anything by mouth until you call the Poison Center.

Non medicines: If patient is conscious and can swallow, give a small amount of milk or water, then call the Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.

 

INHALED POISON:

Immediately get the person to fresh air.  Avoid breathing fumes. Call 1-800-222-1222.

 

POISON ON THE SKIN:

Remove contaminated clothing and flood skin with water for 10 minutes. Call 1-800-222-1222.

 

POISON IN THE EYE:

Rinse eyes with lukewarm water for 15-20 minutes. Call 1-800-222-1222.

 

INSECT BITES:

Remove stinger when applicable. Call the Poison Center1-800-222-1222. If patient develops breathing problems,
or rash, call 911.

 

VENOMOUS SNAKE BITES:

Remove any jewelry.  Do not cut and try to extract the venom.  Do not use ice or a tourniquet.  Do not try to capture the
snake. Call the Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 for instructions then go to the nearest hospital.