Inhaled Poisons

Industrial gases, carbon monoxide (in car exhaust fumes), and the fumes from some burning plastics (such as polyurethane foam) are among possible inhaled poisons.

First aid treatment

1. Take care not to breathe any toxic fumes yourself. Cover your mouth and nose with a wet handkerchief. Remove the casualty to fresh air if possible, or ventilate the area thoroughly.
2. If the casualty is unconscious, place in the lateral position, check the airway, breathing and pulse and begin expired air resuscitation (EAR) or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if necessary.
3. Loosen any tight clothing.
4. Seek medical aid urgently.