Nursing points when there is accidental ingestion

• 1. In the following cases, do not make your child vomit the swallowed item.

  • (1) Infants under 6 months
  • (2) When there is a disturbance in consciousness or convulsions
  • (3) When there is severe heart disease or arrhythmia
  • (4) Corrosive substances such as strong acids and strong alkalis (→ Go to 5)
  • (5) Volatile petroleum such as kerosene and thinner
  • (6) Toxins such as strychnine and camphor that cause convulsions

• 2. The following substances are fat-soluble, so do not give your child milk.

  • (1) Pesticide
  • (2) Rodenticide
  • (3) Insecticide
  • (4) Insect repellent

• 3. If your child has the following serious symptoms, go to the hospital immediately.

  • (1) A disturbance in consciousness or convulsions
  • (2) Symptoms of poisoning even though a long time has passed.
  • (3) Vomited blood.
  • (4) Appears exhausted.
  • (5) Face is pale.
  • (6) Coughing violently and wheezing.

• 4. Common treatments in case of accidental ingestion

  • (1) Check the skin and eyes for exposure to liquids. If there is, wash them under running water for at least 15 minutes.
  • (2) Stop having your child drink large amounts of water, unless it is a pretreatment to induce vomiting. It is counterproductive, as it would help to dissolve the poison and encourage absorption.

• 5.Treatment for accidental ingestion of corrosive substances such as strong acids and strong alkalis

  • (1) Never make your child vomit.
  • (2) Make your child drink a lot of milk immediately.
  • (3) Be sure to go to the hospital for medical examination.