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ACMT Toxicology Visual Pearl: The Bark with Some Bite

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However, most adverse reactions from willow bark supplements have been associated with people who have aspirin allergies, with numerous cases of anaphylaxis [6]. With severe toxicity, patients can have altered mental status, seizures, hyperthermia, and pulmonary edema. How does willow bark toxicity present? [7]

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Grand Rounds Recap 4.19.23

Taming the SRU

Exertional Hyperthermia Patients with heat stroke will present with Temp > 104, AMS, or seizures. EMS was bagging him on arrival Primary notable for Compromised Airway Protection, bilateral Breath sounds, strong pulses,GCS 3 CT images of Head, Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis, and Spine No acute findings pH of 6.75

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Fearsome Foliage - An Overview of Toxic Plants

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Anaphylaxis, hypoglycemia, cardiotoxicity, and neurotoxicity can all be seen following exposure to poisonous plants. Patients typically present with tachycardia, mydriasis hyperthermia, altered mental status, anhidrosis, and urinary retention. Severe cases may result in seizures or coma. Address life-threats. Decontaminate.