With the advent of winter, we should not only pay attention to the cold, but also be vigilant against an invisible killer - carbon monoxide poisoning, on December 25, a self-built rental house in Xiaodian District, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, carbon monoxide poisoning accident, resulting in 29 injuries, to us woke up the alarm. The initial investigation of the cause of the accident was the improper use of the gas water heater, which led to the high concentration of carbon monoxide in the room. The following experts from the Fourth People's Hospital of Changde City tell us how to deal with carbon monoxide poisoning.
What is Carbon Monoxide?
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless and non-irritating gas produced when carbon-containing substances are not fully combusted, which is extremely insoluble in water and will occur under certain conditions.
What is carbon monoxide poisoning?
Carbon monoxide poisoning, commonly known as gas poisoning, is a colorless, odorless, and non-irritating gas that makes it difficult for people to detect its presence and often too late when it is discovered.
However, if carbon monoxide poisoning is not treated in time, it may leave serious sequelae and even pay the price of life.
What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?
Patients with mild carbon monoxide poisoning may experience headaches, nausea, and vomitingIn severe cases, it can lead to coma, suffocation and even death. Especially in winter, due to the cold weather, people are more inclined to use gas water heaters, coal stoves and other heating equipment, if used improperly or in the case of poor ventilation, carbon monoxide poisoning incidents are prone to occur.
Factors that cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
How should carbon monoxide poisoning be properly handled?
If you notice that someone is poisoned by carbon monoxide, it is important to respond as soon as possible.
1. Pay attention to on-site safety, quickly remove the patient from the poisoning environment, and transfer to a well-ventilated place with fresh air.
2. Call the first aid** to clear the patient's airway.
Those who are conscious should rest quietly so as not to increase the burden on the heart and lungs and increase oxygen consumption during activities
If you are delirious, immediately loosen the buttons and trouser pockets, remove the dentures, put chopsticks in the mouth to press the tongue to prevent the root of the tongue from falling, pay attention to keeping warm, lie flat and do not pad the pillow, and at the same time the head is tilted to one side, if vomiting, immediately use your hands to take out the foreign body in the mouth and respiratory tract;
The comatose person acupuncture or pressing on his or her acupuncture points such as the middle and the spring to stimulate his breathing to recover;
Patients with cardiorespiratory arrest should be immediately treated with CPR 30 compressions to a depth of 5-6 cm, 100-120 compressions per minute, and 2 blowings per minute, each blowing time is about 1 second. Rescue cannot be abandoned until the professionals arrive.
Avoid on-the-spot pitfalls.
1. When entering a room full of gas, take a deep breath and cover your nose with a wet towel or handkerchief.
2. After entering the room, open the window and turn off the gas switch.
3. Be sure not to ring the doorbell, turn on the power switch, use open flames such as lighters and matches, and use mechanical equipment and tools that are prone to sparks on site to avoid accidents.
How to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning accidents in daily life?
1. Regularly check whether the gas pipeline, water heater and other equipment are in good condition, and repair or replace it in time if damaged.
2. When using gas water heaters, make sure to install them in a well-ventilated place and avoid installing them in confined spaces such as bathrooms.
3. When heating in winter, try to avoid using coal stoves, gas water heaters and other heating equipment for a long time, and keep indoor ventilation.
4. Make sure to turn off all heating equipment before going to bed to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning accidents at night.
5. Carbon monoxide alarms can be installed at home so that leakage can occur in time and corresponding measures can be taken.
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