During an emergency for a patient with an injected toxin, which intervention should not be provided?

In cases of suspected toxin injection, the administration of activated charcoal is typically contraindicated. Activated charcoal is an effective treatment for certain types of ingested poisons because it binds to toxins in the gastrointestinal tract and prevents their absorption into the bloodstream. However, in the case of injected toxins, the poison bypasses the gastrointestinal system entirely, making activated charcoal ineffective and potentially harmful if the patient experiences difficulties such as vomiting or altered consciousness.

Maintaining oxygen saturation is crucial in any emergency situation to ensure the patient is receiving adequate oxygen, which is particularly important if the toxin affects respiratory function.

Placing the patient in a lateral position, or recovery position, is also an important intervention, especially if there is a risk of loss of consciousness or vomiting. This helps to prevent aspiration and keeps the airway clear.

Bringing information about the injected poison is beneficial because it enables emergency responders to provide targeted treatment based on the specific toxin involved. Overall, the correct intervention is to avoid using activated charcoal in this particular scenario involving injected toxins.