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Question 67

Which of the following is classified as a poisoning in ICD-9-CM?

    Correct Answer: B

    Digitalis intoxication is classified as a poisoning in ICD-9-CM. Digitalis is a medication used to treat various heart conditions, but in excessive amounts, it can lead to toxicity or poisoning. Therefore, digitalis intoxication fits the criteria for poisoning according to medical classification systems like ICD-9-CM.

Discussion
Angelwhispers

Syncope: temporary loss of consciousness caused by a fall in blood pressure

AtienoOption: A

A - Coz Some drugs don't interact well with certain medications.

Heavenlybeau27

This answer is incorrect! There is no correlation between poisoning and Loss of consciousness by a fall..