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Injury Disease Nutrition Poison Symptoms Surgery Test |
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Nitric acid |
| Overview Symptoms Treatment |
| Home Treatment: |
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DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the acid is on the skin or in the eyes, flush with lots of water for at least 15 minutes. If the acid was swallowed, give water or milk IMMEDIATELY. If the patient is vomiting, keep giving water or milk. Give milk of magnesia, 4 to 6 oz., if possible. For inhalation poisoning, move the patient to fresh air. |
| Before Calling Emergency: |
Determine the following:
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| Poison Control, or a local emergency number: |
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The Poison Control or local emergency telephone representative will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room. |
| What to expect at the emergency room: |
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Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:
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| Expectations (prognosis): |
| The prognosis (probable outcome) depends on the amount and route of acid exposure. Extensive damage to the mouth, throat, and stomach are possible. The ultimate outcome depends on the extent of this damage. |
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