First aid in case of poisoning.
Poisoning can occur when a person ingests, inhales, or comes into contact with a toxic substance, such as cleaning products, carbon monoxide, arsenic, or cyanide, for example, causing symptoms such as uncontrollable vomiting, breathing difficulties, and mental confusion.
In these cases, it is important that
Waiting for medical help to arrive, it is important to know if the victim continues to breathe and start a cardiac massage if he or she stops breathing, in case of ingestion poisoning, if the victim has burns to the lips, they should be slightly moistened.with water, without letting the victim swallow, as drinking water can favor the absorption of the poison.
Watch in this video how to proceed in case of ingestion poisoning:
Some of the symptoms that may indicate that a person is being poisoned and needs medical help are:
In addition, other signs, such as empty pads, broken pills, or strong odors from the victim’s body, may be a sign that he was using a toxic substance and should be called to medical help immediately.
In case of poisoning, you should not
Information collected from the victim, or on-site, should be provided to health care professionals as soon as they arrive at the site.
If you are intoxicated by ingestion of detergent, read what to do and how to avoid complications.