1. Introduction to Medicines Calls
Workshop 2
Toxic or Not - Answers
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2. Slug Pellets however can be harmful
Snails
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct – snails, slugs, tadpoles & worms are generally considered of low toxicity after ingestion
Slug Pellets however can be harmful
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3. Compost Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct – compost, earth, peat & soil are generally considered of low toxicity after ingestion
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4. Iron Tablets Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct – large quantities of iron can cause coma and even death after ingestion. Multivitamins may contain iron
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5. Correct - Ingestion is usually harmless
Nail Glue
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - Ingestion is usually harmless
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6. Wax Crayons Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct - dyes, can be very toxic but the amount contained in crayons is so small that serious poisoning is extremely unlikely after ingestion.
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7. Correct - nicotine is highly toxic after ingestion
Nicotine Lozenges
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - nicotine is highly toxic after ingestion
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8. Oral Contraceptive Pill
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - rarely produces toxic effects after ingestion May result in stomach upset, and possible vaginal bleeding in young girls
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9. Correct - low toxicity after ingestion.
Suntan Lotion
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - low toxicity after ingestion.
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10. Sudocrem Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct - symptoms are unlikely to arise after ingestion of this product.
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11. Baby Bio Plant Food Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct - very low toxicity after ingestion. A small glass of milk or water may be helpful.
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12. Hormone Replacement Therapy
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - very low toxicity after ingestion. No treatment required in adults or children
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13. Dishwasher Tablets Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct - these products are potentially corrosive and can be toxic after ingestion
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14. Pencil Lead (Graphite)
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - low toxicity after ingestion.
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15. Correct - low toxicity after ingestion.
Holly
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - low toxicity after ingestion.
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16. Screen Wash Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct - depends on ingredients and concentrations (de-icer), but can be toxic after ingestion
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17. Children’s Paints Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct - low toxicity after ingestion, since these products are water based
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18. Correct - low toxicity after ingestion
Antacids (e.g. Rennie®)
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - low toxicity after ingestion
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19. Correct - low toxicity after ingestion
Hand Washing Up Liquid
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - low toxicity after ingestion
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20. Correct – highly toxic after ingestion. Deaths have been reported
Quinine Tablets
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct – highly toxic after ingestion. Deaths have been reported
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21. Button Battery Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct – Toxicity following ingestion is rare but may be related to intestinal obstruction or effects from battery content. X-ray recommended
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22. Lyclear Crème Rinse Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct – Ingestion of more than 15 mL of the lotion by a child or 90 mL by an adult might cause symptoms of isopropanol poisoning.
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23. Correct - low toxicity after ingestion
Fish Food
Toxic
Low Toxicity
Correct - low toxicity after ingestion
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24. Correct – Bellis perennis (Daisy) are of low toxicity after ingestion
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25. Lily of the Valley Toxic Low Toxicity
Correct – Ingestion of large amounts may cause adverse effects on the heart.
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26. Points to Remember:
Be careful in clarifying that the route of toxicity is by ingestion only
If in doubt - REFER
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