What it means
The first step of digestion. In safety care the word usually means a swallowed poison or object, which is common in toddlers who put things in their mouths.
For the nurse
For a possible poisoning, find out what was swallowed, how much and when, and call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222 in the US). Do not make the person vomit unless told to.
At a glance
| Spanish | ingestión |
|---|---|
| Also written | ingest, ingests, ingested, ingesting |