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Shelles

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The ___________________ ___________ contains sodium thiosulfate, sodium nitrate, and amyl nitrate and is useful in the treatment of cyanide poisoning.
 
  a. Pasadena Cyanide Antidote Kit
  b. Cyanokit
  c. Cyclic Antidote Kit
  d. California Cyanide Antidote

Question 2

When evaluating the patient with suspected toxic exposure, the paramedic should consider:
 
  a. Contacting the EMS director for advice regarding potential antidotes
  b. Establish contact with a regional poison center early for advice
  c. Administer the coma cocktail to cover the potential of another cause of overdose
  d. If unsure, wait to administer any antidote until arrival at the medical facility that the patient desires


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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a
Rationale: a. Correct.
b. The cyanokit contains hydroxocobalamin, a chemical precursor to B-12.
c. No such kit exists.
d. No such kit exists.

Answer to Question 2

b
Rationale: a. The EMS director is not the best source for information. Possibly consider contacting the EMS Medical Director, but that may not always be feasible.
b. Correct.
c. The coma cocktail is no longer recommended.
d. Waiting to treat a patient may be detrimental; also, the patient should be transported to a facility capable of handling their problem which sometimes may not be the patient's choice.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Excellent

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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