Poisoning
Poison is any substance (liquid, solid, gas), that is harmful to the body, when ingested, inhaled, injected or absorbed through the skin
Iron poisoning
Iron poisoning is a life-threatening toxicological emergency caused by ingestion of excessive elemental iron, most commonly from iron tablets used in treatment of anaemia or prenatal supplementation. It is one of the leading causes of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years because iron tablets resemble sweets.
Principles of management of inhaled poisoning
Inhalational poisoning occurs when toxic substances are absorbed through the respiratory tract after inhalation of gases, vapors, fumes, aerosols, or particulate matter. Because the lungs have a large surface area, thin alveolar membrane, and rich blood supply, inhaled toxins rapidly enter systemic circulation, often producing life-threatening effects within minutes.