A 30-year-old male presented to your emergency department after ingesting “white powder” given by his friend. He has developed weakness, vomiting and diarrhea. PMH (Past medical history) : None. Physical Examination : T: 100.4°F HR (heart rate): 120 bpm RR (respiratory rate): 20 breaths per minute BP (blood pressure): 90/60 mm Hg General : He is awake and alert, but actively vomiting and having diarrhea. Pulmonary : Clear to auscultation. CV : Tachycardic without murmur, normal perfusion. Neurologic : GCS 15.
Cranial nerves II-XII intact. Remaining neurologic exam is non-focal. What kind of poisoning do you think the patient is suffering from? *This case is from Docplexus editorial team for educative purpose only. Source: Pharmacology/Toxicology Case Studies The answer is available now. Click Here to know!
