Explore the fundamentals of toxicology in this comprehensive lecture from The National EM Board Review Course. Delve into key topics such as principles of toxicology, hypoglycemia awareness, gastric decontamination techniques, drug elimination processes, and various toxidromes. Learn about specific antidotes, essential formulas, and toxicology screening methods. Examine the management of common poisonings including acetaminophen overdose, alcohol-related intoxications, and drug-specific toxicities. Gain valuable insights into recognizing and treating withdrawal syndromes, as well as handling complications from beta blockers and calcium channel antagonists. Enhance your emergency medicine knowledge and prepare for board exams with this in-depth toxicology review presented by William Mallon, MD.
Toxicology Part 1 - The National EM Board Review Course
The Center for Medical Education via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Principles of Toxicology
Beware of Hypoglycemia
Gastric Decontamination (1)
Syrup of Ipecac
Activated Charcoal (2)
Drug Elimination (1)
Drug Elimination (2)
Agent / Antidote (1)
Formulas (1)
Toxicology Screens (1)
Specific Drug Levels
Anticholinergic Toxidrome (2)
Sympathomimetic Toxidrome (2)
Opioid Toxidrome (2)
Cholinergic Toxidrome (1)
Withdrawal Syndromes
Acetaminophen (2)
Acute OD Acetaminophen (3)
Ethanol
Ethylene Glycol
Isopropyl Alcohol
Amphetamines / Cocaine (1)
Antabuse (Disulfiram) Reaction
Arsenic
Barbiturates
Benzodiazepines
Beta Blockers • Hypotension, bradycardia, AV block
Calcium Channel Antagonists
Taught by
The Center for Medical Education
