) Which of the following describes a typical toxic effect from an acute overdose of acetaminophen?
A. Serum bilirubin and the INR begin to rise sharply within the first 6 hours of ingestion.
B. Patients are typically symptomatic within 6 hours of ingestion.
C. By 7 to 8 days after ingestion, patients with serious liver injury begin to exhibit hepatic encephalopathy and other signs and symptoms of liver failure.
D. More children develop liver injury from acute acetaminophen over-dosage than adults.
Answer:C
) Which of the following describes a typical toxic effect from an acute overdose of acetaminophen?
A. Serum bilirubin and the INR begin to rise sharply within the first 6 hours of ingestion. B. Patients are typically symptomatic within 6 hours of ingestion. C. By 7 to 8 days after ingestion, patients with serious liver injury begin to exhibit hepatic encephalopathy and other signs and symptoms of liver failure. D. More children develop liver injury from acute acetaminophen over-dosage than adults.