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NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Medical Knowledge

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What drug binds to poison so it can pass through the gastrointestinal track in a whole form without being absorbed?

Ipecac
Activated Charcoal
Milk Charcoal Mix
Milk of Magnesia

Explanation

Answer - B - Activated charcoal binds to poison so it can pass through the gastrointestinal track in a whole form without being absorbed. The porous charcoal minimizes poison absorption into the body. The correct adult dose is 50-70 g. Activated charcoal should be given as soon as possible after poison ingestion for full effectiveness.

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