Paracetamol Overdose Management
Paracetamol Overdose Treatment
This card provides the important information regarding treatment of paracetamol overdose. It is based on the up to date 2015 Australian guidelines (see link below). It features the serum level nomogram on one side and the protocol for acetylcysteine (NAC) infusion, as well as guidelines for investigations.
This card is an aide-memoire only, the user takes full responsibility for ensuring data on the card is up to date and correct. Please read the treatment guidelines before treating patient.
Poisons Information Centre (Australia)
Specifications
All cards are printed on superior quality PVC cards with a professional card printer. The cards are durable 1mm thick credit card size (CR80). They are fade resistant, water proof and can even be sanitised by light cleaning with an alcohol swab - perfect for those times when you forget to remove your lanyard during a PR exam!