جامعة النجاح الوطنية
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First Aid For Poisons

Poison Swallowed

  1. If the person is not breathing, start artificial respiration and call 101 hotline.
  2. If the person is conscious, check to see if the person can swallow.
  3. Do not give anything by mouth unless you consult the PCDI unit or the physican
  4. Do not make the person vomit unless you’ve been advised by the PCDI unit or the Physician.
  5. In some cases, vomiting can cause more damage.
  6. Then call PCDI Unit at 1-800-500-000.
    • Some products can be fatal if swallowed. Too much medicine can also be life threatening, especially to children. The poison specialist can determine if further treatment is needed.

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