Toxic Agents and Antidotes
Chronic Digoxin Toxicity Triggered by Acute Kidney Injury: A Case of Confusion and Bradycardia
Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in managing his digoxin toxicity?
A) Administer 1-2 vials of Digibind immediately. B) Hold digoxin and monitor closely for worsening bradycardia or hypotension. ...
Omid Mehrpour
Post on 18 Sept 2024
General Principles of Toxicology Management
The Enigmatic Acidosis: Unraveling the True Culprit Behind Sudden Vision Loss
What is the most likely cause of this woman's symptoms and laboratory findings?
A) Methanol poisoning B) Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) C) Alcoholic Ketoacidosis (AKA) D) Ethylene glycol poisoning E) Septic sh ...
Omid Mehrpour
Post on 09 Aug 2024
Heavy Metal Poisoning
The Fatal Laboratory Accident
What is the possible identity of the toxin causing this woman's findings?
a) Iron chloride b) Sodium arsenite c) Mercury d) Chlorpromazine, an antipsychotic drug
Omid Mehrpour
Post on 09 Jun 2024