How to provide first aid for acute poisoning when the toxin is unknown
Disease description:
A colleague suddenly started foaming at the mouth while working normally, and poisoning is suspected. How should acute poisoning of unknown toxin be treated in emergency?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Mingxuan
In cases of acute poisoning with unknown toxins, emergency treatment generally requires rapidly removing the patient from the toxic environment. For example, in common cases such as carbon monoxide or marsh gas poisoning, the patient should be immediately moved to a well-ventilated area. Additionally, contaminated clothing should be removed and toxin-exposed skin washed to reduce further absorption of the poison. It is recommended to call 120 for emergency medical assistance promptly.
