The nurse is providing information regarding safety and accidental poisoning to a grandmother who will be taking custody of a 1-year-old grandchild.Which of the following comments would indicate that the grandmother needs further instruction?

A) "If I think my grandchild has come into contact with a poison,I will call my local poison control centre."
B) "Never induce vomiting if my grandchild drinks bleach."
C) "I should call 911 if my grandchild loses consciousness."
D) "If my grandchild eats a plant,I should provide syrup of ipecac."

Question

Erica Foster · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Syrup of ipecac to induce vomiting after ingestion of a poison has not proved effective in preventing poisoning.This medication should not be administered to the child.Phone numbers for poison control centres across Canada can be accessed at http://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/HealthAZ/ TestsAndTreatments/Resources/Pages/Poison-Information-Centres-in-Canada.aspx.After a caustic substance such as bleach has been drunk,vomiting can cause further burning and injury as the substance is eliminated.Loss of consciousness in association with poisoning necessitates calling 9-1-1.

Definitions

Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

Related questions