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ToxMedic Hazmat Antidotes
Ohio Hazmat Teams Conference - 2017
Solon, Ohio
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ObjectivesObjectives
Purpose of the Training
– Discuss the benefits of specially trained ToxMedics working with Hazmat Teams
– Understand the toxic effects and specific treatments for:• Organophosphate and Carbamate Poisoning• Cyanide Poisoning• Hydrogen Sulfide Poisoning• Hydrofluoric Acid Exposure
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National Governors Association January 5, 2006
Mark Vedder• Battalion Chief, Solon Fire-Rescue, Solon, OH - 1979 – (retired)
• Asst Fire Chief, Chagrin Falls FD, Chagrin Falls, OH - 1974
• Hazmat/WMD Specialist, Chagrin/SE Hazmat Team – 1990
• Hazmat/WMD Team Leader, Cuyahoga County Type 1 – 2010
• Co-Chair, Ohio Hazmat TAC, Ohio EMA – 2004
• Hazmat Instructor, Ohio Fire Academy
• Fire Service & Paramedic Instructor, Ohio Dept of Public Safety
• Hazmat Instructor, Cuyahoga Community College - 1982
• Advanced Hazmat Life Support Instructor
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Legal StuffLegal Stuff
Disclaimer– This presentation is for education and discussion
purposes only. Always follow your local medical protocols and departmental policies. Read and follow package inserts on all medications.
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ReferencesReferences
• Course Materials Based Upon:– Advanced Hazmat Life Support – Univ of AZ– Hazmat IQ ToxMedic Course – Hazmat ALS Course - NFA– Domestic Preparedness Training - DHS– Antidote Manufacturer’s Instructions– UHHS Hazmat EMS Protocols– ATSDR-CDC Medical Management Guidelines– Hazardous Materials Field Guide, Delmar Publishers– Recommended Treatment for HF Exposure, Honeywell– Material Safety Data Sheets– IAFC Hazmat Fusion Center Website
ToxMedic ConceptToxMedic Concept• ToxMedic
– EMT-Paramedic– Hazmat/WMD Technician– Then Add
• More Specialized Medical Training
• Specific Antidotes to Drug Box– Supports
• Pre and Post Entry Screening• Liaison with Hospitals• Treatment of Exposure• Hazmat Team Rehab
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General Hazmat PrinciplesGeneral Hazmat Principles
• Always:– Assure Scene Safety– Risk Based Zones and PPE– Remove Patient From Continued Exposure– Decontaminate– Assessment– Treatment– Transport
Layout of MaterialsLayout of Materials
• Toxic Products– Family of Toxins– Names of Chemicals– Prevalence, History and Uses– Pathophysiology– Sign and Symptoms of Exposure– Treatment and Antidotes Available
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ORGANOPHOSPHATES
NeuroToxinsNeuroToxins
• Neuro Toxins– Organophosphate Pesticides
• Parathion, Malathion, Methyl Parathion
– Carbamate Pesticides• Sevin, Carbofuran, Furodan, Aldicarb
– Chemical Weapons - Nerve Agents• Sarin, Soman, VX, Tabun
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Organophosphate PesticidesOrganophosphate Pesticides
• Highly Toxic– Tetraethyl
Pyrophosphate (TEEP)
– Fensulfothion– Mevinphos
(Phosdrin)– Ethyl parathion– Cyanofenphos
(Surecide)– Methyl Parathion
• Moderately Toxic– Leptophos
– Ethion
– Chlorpyrifos (Dursban)
– Diazinon
– Malathion
NeuroToxinsNeuroToxinsReaction time (onset of symptoms) depends on:
• Type of agent involved (concentration, specific agent)
• Dose (how much patient absorbed)
• Duration (how long are they exposed)
• Route of exposure (inhalation, absorption, ingestion)
• Sensitivity of patient's system
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• More than 12,000 exposures treated annually in the US
• Most common in agricultural workers, who may under report.
• Most exposures are from skin absorption.
• Suicides and homocides.
Pesticide PoisoningPesticide Poisoning
• Acetylcholine normally stimulates contraction of muscles and/or secretion of glands
• Acetylcholinesterase breaks down acetylcholine to relax the muscle contraction or stop gland from secreting
• Organophosphates block acetylcholinesterase causing excess parasympathetic nervous system activity
Organophosphate PoisoningOrganophosphate Poisoning
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Organophosphate PoisoningOrganophosphate Poisoning
• Symptoms usually within 4 hours of exposure
• Flu-like with headache, N/V• Muscle twitching, loss of coordination• Abdominal cramps and diarrhea• Hypersecretion• Blurred, darkened vision• Wheezing, cough, secretions • Pulmonary edema
Organophosphate ToxicityOrganophosphate Toxicity
• Muscarinic effects tend to dominate– Bradycardia
– Hypersecretion
– Bronchospasm
– SLUDGEM
– Diaphoresis
– Blurred vision
• Some Nicotinic effects commonly seen– Skeletal muscle
fasciculations
– Cramping
– Respiratory muscle weakness
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OP Presentation - continuedOP Presentation - continued
• Bradycardia– may be preceded by tachycardia
– early nicotinic stimulation
– may progress to sinus arrest
• Toxic psychosis
• Respiratory depression, convulsions, unconsciousness, flaccid paralysis
OP Treatment - 1OP Treatment - 1
• With strong clinical indications of OP poisoning, do not delay treatment while waiting on proof
• Protect all who will handle the patient
• Decontaminate
• If OP is ingested, beware of emesis
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OP Treatment - 2OP Treatment - 2
• Atropine– 2 - 4 mg IVP every 5 minutes
– May require massive doses
– No arbitrary end point in atropine dosage (NOT tachycardia)
– Titrate dose to drying of secretions
– Then IV maintenance drip .2-2mg/hr
– Long term therapy may be needed
AtropineAtropine
What does the Atropine do?• Atropine blocks
effects of over-stimulation
• Relieves smooth muscle constriction
• Dries up respiratory secretions
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OP Treatment - 2OP Treatment - 2
• Pralidoxime (2 PAM)– 1-2 g in 100cc saline IV over 15-30 min
– binds to the Organophosphate
– releases it from the ACHE
– acts at Nicotinic and Muscarinic sites
– may result in need for less Atropine
– most effective early in the event
– onset of actions within 30 minutes
2-PAM Chloride2-PAM Chloride
What does 2-PAM Chloride do?
• Reactivates acetylcholinesterase• Helps re-establish normal skeletal muscle
contraction• Helps relieve twitching and paralysis of respiratory
muscles
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OP Treatment - 3OP Treatment - 3
• Conventional pulmonary edema therapy should not be used until the full benefit of Atropine has been realized
• Monitor respirations
• Anticonvulsants for seizures PRN
CARBAMATES
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Carbamate PesticidesCarbamate Pesticides
• Highly Toxic– Aldicarb (temik)
– Methiocarb
– Carbofuran
– Aminocarb
– Clethocarb
– Bendiocarb
• Moderately Toxic– Dioxicarb
– Promecarb
– Bufencarb
– Trimethacarb
– Carbaryl (Sevin)
– Isoprocarb
Carbamate PesticidesCarbamate Pesticides
Carbamates• Same symptoms as Organophosphates
• Tend to be less toxic than OP
• Not as long lasting
• Carbamates do not age
• Higher survival rates
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WEAPONIZEDNEUROTOXINS
World War II 1930’s Agricultural Pesticide
Production “G” Series Nerve Agents
GA – Tabun GB – Sarin GD – Soman
No extensive use of chemicals in battle
Chemicals were used in German death camps
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1950’s – VX Developed British scientists develop
new pesticide and invent “VX” Nerve Agent
Much more potent than “G” series agents
Extremely toxic and persistent
Iran-Iraq War – 1980-88 Iraq (Saddam Hussein) Used
Mustard and Sarin on Iranians
100,000 exposed 20,000 killed 5,000 still receiving
treatment today
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Matsumoto, Japan - 1994 Aum Shinri-kyo
“Supreme Truth”
Sarin nerve agent released in residential neighborhood from van
Attempt to kill judges who had decided a lawsuit against the group
7 killed 150 injured Over 200 sought medical
care
Tokyo, Japan - 1995 Aum Shinri-kyo Release of Sarin from plastic
bags into five subway cars at morning rush hour
12 killed 54 severely injured 980 symptomatic 5,500 sought medical care
Substance not identified Hospitals contaminated
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Comparative Toxicities
0 100 200 300 400 500 600
Chlorine
Cyanogen Chloride
Phosgene
Hydrogen Cyanide
Mustard
Sarin
VX
Acute Exposure GuidelinesAcute Exposure Guidelines
Agent Acute Exposure Guideline Level
1(discomfort, non-
disabling)
Acute Exposure Guideline Level
2(irreversible, long lasting,
or escape impairing)
Acute Exposure Guideline Level
3(life-threatening effects)
NIOSH
IDLH
HCN 2.5 ppm
10 min
17 ppm
10 min
27 ppm
10 min
50 ppm
SARIN 0.0012 ppm
10 min
0.015 ppm
10 min
0.064 ppm
10 min
0.017 ppm
VX 0.000052 ppm
10 min
0.00065 ppm
10 min
0.0027 ppm
10 min
0.00027 ppm
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Signs and SymptomsSigns and Symptoms• Miosis and blurred vision• Headache and pressure sensation• Runny nose and nasal congestion• Localized diaphoresis• Salivation• Tightness in chest• Nausea and vomiting• Giddiness, anxiety, difficulty thinking• Muscle twitching, tremors, weakness• Abdominal cramps, diarrhea• Involuntary urination and defecation• Convulsions• Flaccid Paralysis• Respiratory Failure• Death
Signs and SymptomsSigns and SymptomsSLUDGEM• Salivation• Lacrimation• Urination• Defecation• Gastrointestinal• Emesis• Miosis
DUMBELS• Defecation, Diaphoresis
• Urination
• Miosis
• Brochorrhea, Bradycardia, Bronchospasm
• Emesis
• Lacrimation
• Salivation
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MARK 1 or Duodote Nerve Agent Antidote Kit
Auto Injector
Atropine – 2mg
2 PAM Chloride – 600 mg
Administration of Antidote• Emergency Responders with
symptoms and kits can administer NAAK to themselves or buddies and then leave the area to be decontaminated– NAAK can be administered through
clothing
• However…Civilian patients should be rapidly evacuated, decontaminated, and then be provided with medical care– NAAK based upon symptoms
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Adult - Signs and SymptomsAdult - Signs and SymptomsNo Symptoms Mild Exposure Moderate
ExposureSevere Exposure
None Sweating
Muscle Twitching
Chest Tightness
Chest Tightness
Pinpoint pupils
Drooling
Runny Nose
Headache
Wheezing
Nausea
Diarrhea
Cramping
Unconsciousness
Apnea
Seizures
Flaccid
Decontamination and Observation Only
1 Duodote Kit 1-2 Duodote Kits and repeat atropine every 5-10 minutes until secretions stop
3 Duodote Kits and repeat atropine every 5-10 minutes until secretions stop AND 1 Valium Auto-injector for seizures, if present
Peds - Signs and SymptomsPeds - Signs and Symptoms
No Symptoms Mild Exposure Moderate Exposure
Severe Exposure
None Miosis
Mild Rhinorrhea
Miosis and ANY Other Symptom of Exposure
Unconsciousness
Apnea
Seizures
Flaccid
Decontamination and Observation Only
Decontamination and Observation Only
Atropine 0.05 mg/kg IV or IM, repeated every 5-10 minutes until respirations improve
2-PAM 25-50 mg/kg IV or IM may repeat at 1 hour
Atropine and 2-PAM as shown.
Valium 0.05 to 0.3 mg/kg IV or IM may also be given if seizures are present
<10 yrs or < 40 kg
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WarningsWarnings
• Antidotes counter or relieve effects of poisons such as nerve agents. Use antidotes only when signs and symptoms of exposure are present.
• They will not protect if given before exposure.
• Not effective on blister agents, blood agents, pepper spray, mace, tear gas or other TICs
Hazmat Team Caches
• NAAK Cached at Cuyahoga County Hazmat Teams and Other Strategic Locations
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CHEMPACKSCHEMPACKS
Forward Deployed Hospital Caches
CHEMPACKSCHEMPACKS
EMS CHEMPACKS
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CHEMPACKSCHEMPACKS
Hospital CHEMPACKS
CHEMPACKSCHEMPACKS• Each Hospital CHEMPACK contains a quantity of
medical supplies to treat 1000 patients.
• Each EMS CHEMPACK contains a quantity of medical supplies to initiate the treatment of up to 454 patients.
• The primary difference between the Hospital and EMS CHEMPACK is that the EMS CHEMPACK contains significantly more pre-filled nerve agent antidote auto-injectors.
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Incident Commander (IC) on scene,Known or suspected Nerve agent or
Organophosphate Exposure-or -
SLUDGEM S&S present
IC contacts local Medical Control (MC)
CHEMPAC NEEDED ? NO
EMS Utilizes appropriate local
care protocols
YES
IC contacts Ohio Joint Dispatch Center and requests CHEMPACK
LERP identifies closest CHEMPACK
Hospital Host is notified
Closest OSHP or law enforcement agency is
dispatched to Host Hospital
Contact with County EMA/Disaster personnel
LERP contacts Ohio EMA duty officer.
CHEMPACK picked up by law
enforcement
Additional CHEMPACK asset use coordinated by state EOC
Law enforcement
delivers CHEMPACK to staging area
Incident Commander (IC) on scene,Known or suspected Nerve agent or
Organophosphate Exposure-or -
SLUDGEM S&S present
IC contacts local Medical Control (MC)
CHEMPACK NEEDED ? NO
EMS Utilizes appropriate local
care protocols
YES
IC contacts Ohio Joint Dispatch Center and requests CHEMPACK
LERP identifies closest CHEMPACK
Hospital Host is notified
Closest OSHP or law enforcement agency is
dispatched to Host Hospital
Contact with County EMA/Disaster personnel
LERP contacts Ohio EMA duty officer.
CHEMPACK picked up by law
enforcement
Additional CHEMPACK asset use coordinated by state EOC
Law enforcement
delivers CHEMPACK to staging area
CHEMICAL
ASPHYXIANTS
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ASPHYXIANTSASPHYXIANTS• Chemical Asphyxiants
• Affect all cells by inhibiting cellular respiration causing systemic hypoxia.
• Binds with cytochrome oxidase enzyme which prevents ATP (energy) production in the cells, causing anaerobic metabolism and acidosis
Chemical Asphyxiants
Examples:• Cyanides
– 1982 Tylenol Contamination– 1978 Peoples Temple – Mass Suicide
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Chemical Asphyxiants
Examples:• Hydrogen Sulfide
– Sewer Gas – organic decomposition– Chemical Suicide - drain cleaner and
garden products
CYANIDE(CN)
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CyanideCyanide• What is it?
• Carbon & Nitrogen (CN)• Very strong triple bond• Aka: Hydrocyanic acid/prussic acid
• Physical Properties of HCN• Colorless gas or pale blue liquid• BP = 78 degrees F• VP = 630 mmHg at 68 degrees F• VD = 0.94• LEL = 5.6%
CyanideCyanide• Where does it come from?
• Found in some seeds and fruit stones• Apple, mango, peach, cherry
• Produced as a by-product of incomplete combustion• Many plastic materials release it when heated or burned
• What is it used for?• In mining, cyanide dissolves silver and gold from ore• Medical uses in vasodilators and vitamin B12• Nitrile production• Electroplating of metals
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CyanideCyanide• Smoke Inhalation?
• Part of the “Toxic Twins” – CO and CN• Increased use of synthetics in building materials and
contents• No strong correlation between CO and CN levels• They may potentiate each other• Cyanide causes a “knock down effect” at sub lethal levels• Should be suspected if
• Closed space fire• Soot around nose and mouth• Altered LOC• Hypotension
CyanideCyanide• Smoke Inhalation?
• Must be a presumptive diagnosis• Blood Test results take hours to days
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HCN SymptomsHCN Symptoms• Mild Exposure
• Headache, drowsiness, dizziness, disorientation• Chest Tightness• Tachypnea (late decrease in RR)• Hypertension (late hypotension)• Nausea and vomiting
• Moderate to Severe Exposure• Dyspnea & Oxygen Hunger• Anaerobic metabolism and acidosis• Dysrhythmias & Cardiovascular Collapse • CNS Damage, Convulsions, Coma• Death
Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN)
IDLH 50 ppm
STEL 15 ppm
PEL 10 ppm -SKIN
Odor Threshold 2-5 ppm
Single Breath May Cause Unconsciousness 270 ppm
LC50 150 ppm (Rat) 30 min
LEL 5.6% = 56,000 ppm
UEL 40% = 400,000 ppm
LC50 180 ppm (Human) 10 min
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CN TreatmentCN TreatmentTreatment• Protect Rescuers – Scene Control and PPE• Ventilate if appropriate• Remove from atmosphere• Decontaminate• Assess and Control Airway• 100% Oxygen• Cyanide Antidote• Supportive Care - Maintain BP
Traditional Cyanide KitsTraditional Cyanide KitsLily Cyanide Kit (CAK)
•Amyl Nitrite Pearls – inh – 30 sec intervals•Sodium Nitrite – 300mg/10ml IVP – 3 min (adults)•Sodium Thiosulfate – 12.5gm/50ml IVP -10 min (adults)
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Traditional Cyanide KitsTraditional Cyanide KitsTherapeutic Action• Nitrites change some hemoglobin to methemoglobin. • Cyanides & sulfides prefer and are attracted to
methemoglobin. They bind and reduce the toxic effect.• Thiosulfate then helps convert the cyanomethemoglobin to
the much less toxic thiocyanate and be excreted in urine.• Side effects: hypotension, nausea, hypoxia
• NOT FOR USE WITH SMOKE INHALATION
CN TreatmentCN TreatmentCyanokit• Hydroxocolbalamin – Precursor to B12• Attracts cyanide and binds to form
cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12)• Does not affect hemoglobin• Contraindications: None for
cyanide poisoning
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CN TreatmentCN Treatment
Cyanokit
CN TreatmentCN Treatment
Cyanokit Bottle
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CN TreatmentCN Treatment
Spike from Cyanokit
CN TreatmentCN Treatment
Vented IV Tubing in Cyanokit
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CN TreatmentCN TreatmentCyanokit• Hydroxocobalamin is freeze-dried, packaged 2.5G or new 5G• Use spike in kit to add 100/200 cc normal saline to bottle• Mix for 30 seconds (slow rocking motion, do not shake)• Use VENTED IV tubing in kit to hang and infuse IV at 70
mg/kg (max dose 5 G) over 15 minutes• Do not piggyback IV tubing, keep in it’s own IV line & site• 5 G Dose may be repeated once if needed
CN TreatmentCN Treatment
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CN TreatmentCN TreatmentMost Common Transcient Adverse Reactions• Chromaturia (red colored urine)• Erythema (skin redness up to 2 weeks)• Acne like rash 7-28 days after injection• Nausea and Headache• Transient increase in BP• Interference with colormetric lab testsA few allergic reactions have been noted
Skin Redness in Healthy Volunteers
After 10 g treatment, photos on Day 1 and on Day 8.
Day 1*
Day 8†
*No flash photography. †Flash photography used.OHCo, hydroxocobalamin. Uhl W, et al. Clin Toxicol. 2006;44:17-28.
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HYDROGEN SULFIDE(H2S)
ASPHYXIANTSASPHYXIANTSHydrogen Sulfide
•AKA “Sewer Gas”• Rotten egg odor
• Self Alarming• Olfactory Nerve Paralyzer• Colorless Gas
• Extremely toxic by inhalation• Commonly found in confined
spaces
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Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
IDLH 100 ppm
STEL 15 ppm
PEL 10 ppm
Odor Threshold <0.1 ppm
Single Breath May Cause Unconsciousness 1,000 ppm
Olfactory Nerve Damage 150 ppm
LC50 444ppm (Rat) 30 min
LEL 4.3% = 43,000 ppm
UEL 44% = 440,000 ppm
LC50 800ppm (Human) 5 min
ASPHYXIANTSASPHYXIANTSHydrogen Sulfide
•Affects cytochrome oxidase in the same manner as Cyanide•Prevents cellular respiration•Results in anerobic metabolism•Same signs and symptoms as Cyanide Poisoning.
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Hydrogen SulfideHydrogen SulfideHydrogen Sulfide• Cyanokit will not work for H2S
• Break Amyl Nitrite Pearls and hold near mouth or nose for 15 seconds and then away for 15 seconds. This is immediate first aid only while IV is established.
• After IV established, inject 300 mg (10 mL of 3% solution) of Sodium Nitrite at a rate of 2.5 – 5 mL per minute
• NO Sodium Thiosulfate is administered for H2S.
• Closely monitor EKG and Blood Pressure
HYDROGEN FLUORIDEOR
HYDROFLUORIC ACID(HF)
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Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidHydrogen Fluoride or Hydrofluoric Acid• Anhydrous or Solution of Hydrogen Fluoride in water• Considered a weak acid (pH of 3 – 4.5)• But highly corrosive acid capable of corroding many
materials, including highly reactive to glass
Used in:• Metal manufacturing/finishing• Glass etching & Ceramic production• Oil Refining• Electronic component production• Production of Teflon and Freon• Pharmaceutical manufacturing• Some consumer products
Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric Acid• Used in various concentrations from 3% to 99.9%• Commonly in 99.9%, 70%, 49%• Clear, colorless liquid• Over 40% concentration will produce pungent vapors• Most non-industrial products are < 15%• Many industrial processes use 50-100%
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Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric Acid• Penetrates tissue more rapidly than
mineral acids• Cause deep burns followed by tissue
death• Systemically toxic from dermal
exposure • HF gas can injure eyes, lungs and
skin• HF gas is also released as a by-
product of combustion from materials like Teflon
Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric Acid• HF interferes with nerve function which may reduce and
delay pain at lower concentrations• Once absorbed, seeks calcium and magnesium
• Draws calcium from cells affecting cellular function• Decalcifies bone (chemical osteoporosis)• Affects cardiac muscle cells causing V-Tach and V-Fib
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Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidSeverity• Concentrated HF liquid or vapor may cause
• Severe Burns• Metabolic imbalance due to fluoride toxicity• Pulmonary Edema• Life threatening cardiac dysrhythmias
Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidSeverity of Burns• Depends upon concentration, temperature and duration • High concentrations (over 50%)
• Immediate severe burning pain• Whitish discoloration of skin• Formation of blisters
• Concentration 20-50%• Delay of clinical signs for 1-8 hours
• Concentration <20%• Latent period of up to 24 hours
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Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidHypocalcemia• Burns larger than 25 sq inches may result
in systemic toxicity• Causes intermittent QT prolongation• Life threatening cardiac electrical instability• High risk of torsades de pointes (v-tach)
Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidBurns• HF burns are different than most acid burns as they cause
liquefaction necrosis• HF skin burns are accompanied by severe throbbing pain• Relief of pain is an important guide to the success of
treatment!• Treatment of HF burns is different than other chemical burn
care
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Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidSkin Burn Treatment• Directed toward binding the fluoride ions to
prevent tissue destruction.• Wash with water, then:• Iced or chilled Benzalkonium Chloride (Zephiran) as
soaking agents; and/or • Calcium Gluconate (2.5%) as gel or ointment; and/or• Calcium Gluconate solution (5%) injected SQ or IV• Continue until pain subsides• Speed is of the essence!!
Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidEye Exposure Treatment• Directed toward binding the fluoride ions to
prevent tissue destruction.• Flush with water or saline, then:• Topical Tetracaine Hydrochloride for pain relief• Irrigate with calcium gluconate (1%) solution
• NEVER use Zephiran to irrigate eyes• Speed is of the essence!!
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Hydrofluoric AcidHydrofluoric AcidInhalation Treatment• Oxygen (100% NRB)• Consider 2.5% Calcium Gluconate Solution
by Nebulizer• Observe and treat for:
• Bronchospasm and Bronchitis• Pulmonary Edema• Systemic Toxicity
CN TreatmentCN Treatment
Hydrofluoric Acid Kit
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CN TreatmentCN Treatment
Hydrofluoric Acid Kit
CN TreatmentCN Treatment
2.5% Calcium Gluconate Gel
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CN TreatmentCN Treatment
2.5% Calcium Gluconate for Nebulizer
CN TreatmentCN Treatment
1% Calcium Gluconate for Eye Flush
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CN TreatmentCN Treatment10% Calcium Gluconate Injectable
And for mixing
Inject into tissue at 5%
CN TreatmentCN Treatment
Injectable Saline
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CN TreatmentCN Treatment
CN TreatmentCN TreatmentIced .13% Zephiran
Solution
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CN TreatmentCN TreatmentIced Zephiran Solution
Towels for SoakingNebulizer Masks and
Nasal Cannulaes
CN TreatmentCN Treatment
1% Calcium GluconateSolution for Eye
Irrigation
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CN TreatmentCN Treatment
Quick Reference Protocol
CN TreatmentCN TreatmentMSDS for HF
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ObjectivesObjectives
Purpose of the Training
– Discuss the benefits of specially trained ToxMedics working with Hazmat Teams
– Understand the toxic effects and specific treatments for:• Organophosphate and Carbamate Poisoning• Cyanide Poisoning• Hydrogen Sulfide Poisoning• Hydrofluoric Acid Exposure
Summaryand
Questions?
Mark [email protected]
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