Management of pediatric toxic ingestions in the emergency department.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-1-2023

Publication Title

Pediatr Emerg Med Pract

Keywords

washington; spokane; Child; Humans; Antidotes; Emergency Service, Hospital; Eating; Poisoning

Abstract

Pediatric ingestions present a common challenge for emergency clinicians. While findings and information from the physical examination, electrocardiographic, laboratory, and radiologic testing may suggest a specific ingestion, timely identification of many substances is not always possible. In addition to diagnostic challenges, the management of many ingested substances is controversial and recommendations are evolving. This issue reviews the initial resuscitation, diagnosis, and treatment of common pediatric ingestions. Also discussed are current recommendations for decontamination and administration of antidotes for specific toxins.

Clinical Institute

Digestive Health

Clinical Institute

Women & Children

Department

Pediatrics

Department

Emergency Medicine

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