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ToxCard: Chronic Organophosphate Toxicity

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Make sure to dispose of clothing appropriately and wear PPE to prevent personal exposure. Limit exposure with PPE if returning to the exposing environment. Used for treatment of acutely symptomatic anxiety, muscle fasciculations, and seizures. 1, 2 Sensory > Motor neurons with predilection for long axons.

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ToxCard: Acute Organophosphate Toxicity

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Decontamination and Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) This prevents ongoing exposure to the patient and ED staff. Dispose of clothing appropriately and wear PPE to prevent personal exposure. Used for treatment of acutely symptomatic anxiety, muscle fasciculations, and seizures. 7 May lead to respiratory failure.