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  • Emergency Medicine
  • Toxicology
  • Medical Simulation

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  • Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) is a dangerous gas released from burning synthetic materials.
  • Inhalation of HCN blocks cellular oxygen utilization, leading to anaerobic metabolism, metabolic acidosis, and potential cardiorespiratory arrest.
  • Fire victims often present with critical injuries and toxic gas inhalation, where cyanide poisoning can be rapidly fatal.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To educate emergency medicine providers on recognizing, diagnosing, and managing acute cyanide toxicity in fire victims.
  • To enhance participants' skills in identifying smoke inhalation clues, managing airway compromise, and formulating differential diagnoses.
  • To familiarize providers with cyanide antidotes, specifically hydroxocobalamin (Cyanokit).

Main Methods:

  • A high-fidelity simulation case involving a fire victim exposed to toxic gases.
  • Participants engaged in hands-on evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of simulated cyanide poisoning.
  • Post-simulation debriefing focused on patient care, communication, medical knowledge, and systems-based practice.

Main Results:

  • Pre-simulation confidence in treating smoke inhalation victims averaged 2.7/5, increasing to 3.5/5 post-simulation.
  • 100% of participants rated the simulation as useful (4 or 5 out of 5), with a mean usefulness score of 4.6/5.
  • The simulation significantly improved participants' awareness and understanding of cyanide toxicity symptoms and management.

Conclusions:

  • Medical simulations are effective tools for improving emergency providers' confidence and competence in managing acute cyanide toxicity.
  • Prompt recognition and empirical treatment of cyanide poisoning in fire victims are critical for lifesaving interventions.
  • This simulation enhances preparedness for time-sensitive cases of toxic smoke inhalation.