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- Inhalation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Causes Tissue Hypoxia by Preventing the Blood from Carrying Sufficient Oxygen

CARBON MONOXIDE IS A POISON IN HUMANS. . - Inhalation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Causes Tissue Hypoxia by Preventing the Blood from Carrying Sufficient Oxygen. SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE. Acute Exposure

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- Inhalation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Causes Tissue Hypoxia by Preventing the Blood from Carrying Sufficient Oxygen

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  1. CARBON MONOXIDE IS A POISON IN HUMANS. - Inhalation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Causes Tissue Hypoxia by Preventing the Blood from Carrying Sufficient Oxygen

  2. SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE Acute Exposure • Include HEADACHE, FLUSHING, NAUSEA, VERTIGO, WEAKNESS, IRRITABILITY, UNCONSCIOUSNESS, and • In Persons With Pre-existing Heart Disease & Atherosclerosis - CHEST & LEG PAIN

  3. SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE Chronic Exposure: - Repeated Bouts of CO Poisoning May Cause Persistent Signs & Symptoms, Such as Anorexia, Headache, Lassitude, Dizziness, and Ataxia (Nerve Dysfunction)

  4. EMERGENCY MEDICAL PROCEDURES Remove a Person from Further Exposure & Implement Appropriate Emergency Procedures (CPR) CONTACT 911

  5. PREVENTION USE CO MONITORS - IN YOUR HOME - IN YOUR WORKSHOP Test Monthly & Change Your Battery Annually.

  6. PREVENTION Learn the Signs & Symptoms of CO Poisoning Headache, Nausea, Weakness, Dizziness, Visual Disturbances, Changes in Personality, and Loss of Consciousness. Any of These Can Occur Within Minutes

  7. PREVENTION DO NOTUse or Operate Gasoline-Powered Engines, Tools, or Heaters Indoors or in Partially Enclosed Areas

  8. PREVENTION DO NOTIdle Your Car Engine in the Garage

  9. PREVENTION Consider Using Electric Tools & Heaters Remember – Electric-Powered Tools/Heaters Present an Electrocution Hazard & Require Specific Precautions for Safety

  10. BE AWARE BE SMART BE SAFE

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