Patients presenting with poison, both accidental and intentional, is common. Over 80% of individuals exposed to poisons require admission to the hospital, but fewer than 1% will require admission to the intensive care unit (ICU). Prompt diagnosis and treatment can reduce mortality and morbidity.
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Noth, I. (2009). Toxicology. In: Hall, J.B. (eds) Handbook of Critical Care. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84882-724-0_13
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