Citation

Goldfrank L, Weisman R, Flomenbaum NE. Ann. Emerg. Med. 1982; 11(12): 684-686.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1982, American College of Emergency Physicians, Publisher Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

7149364

Abstract

Odor recognition is a valuable skill for the emergency services provider, particularly when dealing with the poisoned patient. A simple "ten-tube sniffing bar" emphasizing sensory recognition of common toxins in association with representative case histories in an effective emergency services teaching tool. The odor, toxin, case history, and appropriate references are described for each component of the sniffing bar.

Language: en