Fluid Resuscitation Operations Poisoning 
EMDocs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
In the late 1990s, iron was the leading cause of poisoning deaths reported to poison control centers for children less than 6 years of age. Aggressive fluid resuscitation as patients may be severely hypovolemic from GI symptoms. Iron is used for treatment and prevention of iron-deficiency anemia. Antiemetics as needed.
Taming the SRU
MARCH 3, 2025
Because inhalational injuries often co-occur with large cutaneous burns, aggressive fluid resuscitation can rapidly worsen upper airway edema making airway management especially challenging. However, those requiring intubation should be intubated promptly by the most experienced operator available prior to burn center transfer.
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