This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology
[{'content': 'Recommended step in salicylate toxicity is: September 2006 \nSelect and explain. \nA. Chleating agents, B. Atropine, C. Alkaline diuresis, D. Observation', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: C \nExplanation: Ans. C: Alkaline Diuresis Salicylate poisoning can cause vomiting, thmitus, confusion, hypehermia, respiratory alkalosis, metabolic acidosis, and multiple organ failure. Diagnosis is clinical, supplemented by measurement of the anion gap, ABGs, and serum salicylate levels. Treatment is with activated charcoal and alkaline diuresis or hemodialysis.', 'role': 'assistant'}]