Calcium gluconate can be given in which acid poisoning?: (A) Sulphuric acid, (B) Hydrofluoric acid, (C) Nitric acid, (D) Carbolic acid
Answer is B. Hydrofluoric Acid :- Ingestion of hydrofluoric acid is A/W hypocalcaemia, acidosis, and shock. Hydroflouric acid burns results in bone destruction, and excruciating pain. Toxicity result in hypocalcemia and hypomagnesemia On Dermal exposure: * Severe pain * Hydrofluoric acid penetrates the skin and mucous membranes, causing deep tissue destruction On ingestion:Severe burning pain followed by retching and vomiting. Treatment: Topical Skin Therapy: Local application of 2.5% calcium gluconate gel is the treatment of choice.Systemic: IV calcium & Magnesium sulfate until the normal levels are reached in blood.