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Carbon monoxide poisoning Treatment
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Carbon monoxide poisoning Treatment
| | An emergency department physician may choose to perform a blood test (called a carboxyhemoglobin test) to determine the level of carbon monoxide in the bloodstream. This test does have limitations and carboxyhemoglobin levels do not necessarily correlate with toxicity. |
| | A person who has had a prolonged exposure to low levels of carbon monoxide may present with many symptoms. However, their carboxyhemoglobin test may be very low. If elevated levels of carbon monoxide are present, hyperbaric (high pressure) oxygen may be used to rid the body of the carbon monoxide more quickly. |
| | One hundred percent oxygen is also another mode of treatment. Both the history of the exposure, as well as symptoms, must be evaluated to determine the best treatment. |
| | Upon admission, as well as after treatment, a series of tests may be administered to determine a person's ability to write, speak, recognize familiar objects and people and perform skilled, coordinated movements. An emergency department physician is the one to make these determinations and administer treatment if necessary. |
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