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Aspirin Poisoning (cont.)

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  • Admit patients with major signs and symptoms (for example, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and metabolic) to an intensive care unit under the care of a medical toxicologist, if available. Consult psychiatric service personnel for patients with intentional overdose.

  • Admit patients with minor signs and symptoms (for example, tinnitus and nausea) to an extended care observational unit or medical floor.

  • Admit the following patients, regardless of salicylate levels:

    • Infants and elderly persons

    • Individuals with long-term salicylism

    • Those with ingestions of sustained-release products

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