In poisoning first aid, which action should you take?

• A. Induce vomiting to remove poison
• B. Remove source of poison, no food or drink, save sample of vomit
• C. Give food to neutralize toxin
• D. Drink plenty of water and wait

Answer: (B)

In poisoning first aid, the priority is to stop exposure and gather information to guide treatment. The best action is to remove the poison source, avoid giving anything by mouth, and save a sample of the vomit if one occurs. This helps prevent further absorption and gives medical responders a clue about what was ingested. Inducing vomiting is risky because it can cause choking or aspiration and often isn’t helpful for many poisons. Giving food to neutralize a toxin isn’t reliable and can complicate the situation, and simply drinking water and waiting delays proper care. If possible, call poison control or emergency services for guidance while you take these steps.