Question

A 16-year-old presents 2 hours after a large paracetamol overdose. According to UK guidelines, what is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Check plasma paracetamol level at 4 hours post-ingestion

Answer

Immediate N-acetylcysteine without checking levels

Answer

Whole bowel irrigation

Answer

Supportive care only

Answer

Activated charcoal is effective only up to 1 hour

Practice question

A 16-year-old presents 2 hours after a large paracetamol overdose. According to UK guidelines, what is the most appropriate immediate action?