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CHEMICAL ASPHYXIANT [1 record]

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Record 1 2018-05-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Toxicology
  • Respiratory System
DEF

An agent that prevents the delivery of oxygen from the bloodstream to cells, or that disables the biochemistry of cellular respiration even in the presence of adequate oxygen levels in the blood.

OBS

Chemical asphyxiants include agents such as carbon monoxide and cyanide. Initial treatment consists of the administration of 100% inspired oxygen, usually by nonrebreather mask.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Toxicologie
  • Appareil respiratoire
CONT

Le monoxyde de carbone est un asphyxiant chimique qui interfère avec la distribution de l'oxygène aux tissus et aux organes.

Spanish

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