Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (cont.)
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- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Overview
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Causes
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Next Steps
- Prevention
- Outlook
- For More Information
- Web Links
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
Medical Treatment
- The treatment for carbon monoxide poisoning is high-dose oxygen, usually using a facemask attached to an oxygen reserve bag.
- Carbon monoxide levels in the blood may be periodically checked until they are low enough to safely send you home.
- In severe poisoning, if available, a hyperbaric pressure chamber may be used to give even higher doses of oxygen.
- It is important to find the source of the carbon monoxide. Your local fire department or public service company will help find the source of carbon monoxide and make sure the building is safe.
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Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas produced by incomplete combustion of carbonaceous material.
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