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.
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