Test Yourself on Medicine

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Question 1.

1 In patients who have ingested poisons, which one of the following statements concerning elimination of the poison is true?

A Gastric lavage is a safe and well-tolerated procedure.
B Ipecacuanha is a useful treatment for gastric emptying in children.
C Activated charcoal has only been shown to be of benefit if given within one hour of poison ingestion.
D Forced alkaline diuresis can be easily performed in any ward setting.
E Haemofiltration is often needed for cases of deliberate self poisoning.