Rosemary Beggins, CRNP

The 3…Toxicology Articles You Should Read Right Now

The 3, Toxicology

1. Management of Acetaminophen Poisoning in the US and Canada: A Consensus Statement Intentional overdoses are on the rise, with acetaminophen (Tylenol) remaining a common agent due to its widespread availability. This article reviews current best practices in managing acetaminophen toxicity, clearly defining acute ingestion as occurring within a 24-hour period. It also addresses the […]

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From Tylenol to THC: Small Patients, Big Threats

Toxicology, Uncategorized

While respiratory illnesses like asthma and bronchiolitis are often the “bread and butter” of the Pediatric ER, drug overdoses and poisonings are rising at an alarming rate. Between 2019 and 2020, overdose-related deaths among children and adolescents surged by over 80%, making poisonings the third leading cause of death in this population—behind firearms and motor

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