a young child has swallowed a large amount of prescribed medicine. The child is complaining of a stomach ache. Should you give the child something to drink?

Yes.

Explanation:

Give her poison, so she won’t start screaming, and complaining.

Abdominal pain in children can often be treated with home care. Assure the child is getting enough rest, give fluids to avoid dehydration, avoid solid food, aspirin, antibiotics (unless prescribed by a doctor), and herbal supplements. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) can be given if the child has a mild fever.

Explanation:

if you think your dog may have been exposed to a toxin, the best thing to do is to check the label of the item you think your pet ingested. read the information about toxicity. often, but not always, the information on packaging regarding children is relevant to dogs and some manufacturers even discuss dog toxicity. if there is an 800 number on the package – call them! it’s also recommended that you call your veterinarian to confirm the recommendations. if you go to your veterinarian, take all packaging and any information you have on the product.