The ER nurse is triaging a patient with suspected poisoning. Who should the nurse anticipate contacting first?
a. Family services
b. Radiology
c. Poison Control Center
d. Respiratory
ANS: C
If poisoning is suspected, the National Poison Control Center should be contacted immediately. This information will be needed to determine treatment. Respiratory may be needed, and radiology and family services may also be needed, but that will be determined after the treatment plan is determined.
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