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Delayed poisoning emergencies.

Larry D Gahagan¹, Dan Hatlestad

¹Inter-Canyon Fire/Rescue, Morrison, CO, USA. lgahagan@mindspring.com

Emergency Medical Services

|August 29, 2003

Summary

Contacting regional Poison Control Centers (PCCs) is easy via a nationwide toll-free number. PCCs offer reliable, current information for poisoning emergencies, accessible to the public and EMS providers.

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Area of Science:

Toxicology
Emergency Medicine
Public Health

Background:

Poisoning emergencies require immediate expert consultation.
The American Association of Poison Control Centers (PCCs) provides critical resources.

Purpose of the Study:

To inform about the accessibility and reliability of PCCs for poisoning emergencies.
To guide emergency medical services (EMS) on contacting PCCs.

Main Methods:

Information dissemination regarding the national toll-free number for PCCs.
Guidance on EMS protocols for accessing PCCs.

Main Results:

A universal toll-free number (800/222-1222) connects callers to local poison centers.
PCCs are recognized by experts as dependable sources for poisoning information.

Conclusions:

PCCs are an essential, reliable resource for managing poisoning incidents.
Easy access to PCCs supports effective assessment and treatment of poisonings.

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