How to Treat Poisoning
Caring for young children who are in the “mouthing stage” can take lots of vigilance. It’s the parent and caregivers job to protect the child from ingesting or touching things that can be harmful to them and cause poisoning. While a house that hosts children should be properly childproofed and hazardous materials should be stored away from children, accidental poisonings can occur. To treat a child that has been poisoned, follow these steps.
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Instructions
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Identify that the child has come into contact with. You'll need to know what he has touched or ingested and the approximate amount.
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If the poison was inhaled, take the child outside to inhale fresh air.
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If the poison contaminated the skin, remove clothing and rinse the affected area immediately with running water for 20 minutes.
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If a poison got into the eyes, rinse the eyes with water for 20 minutes.
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Call the Poison Help hotline at 1-800-222-1222 immediately after going outside, while rinsing the skin or while rinsing the eyes. The helpline is staffed by trained professionals who know how to treat poisonings.
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If the child is having trouble breathing or passes out, call 911 immediately.
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Tips & Warnings
Childproof your home before your child is mobile. Store all home hazards well out of the reach of children. Most accidental poisonings can be prevented.
Cleaners, polishes, medications, vitamins and other supplements can be poisonous to children. Store hazardous materials out of the reach of children.
