Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in People: Recognition and Prevention

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Published: Dec 28, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47191/ijmscrs/v3-i12-57
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Carbon monoxide, poisoning, knowledge, Saudi Arabia

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Ibrahim Abudullah Alajai
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Khalid Saud Alharbi
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Saif Saleh Alsaif
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Majed Mosa Alsuwairi
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Mofareh Mohammad Alshahrani
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Mohsen Abdullah Alotaibi
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Ghazzi Eid S Alenezi
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Nujud Alhomidi M Almotiri
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Talal Suliman Saad Alsuwairi
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Khaled Shabab Alotaibi
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Sultan Fahad Alhmali
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
Zaid Mohammad A Almutairi
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia

Abstract

Background: Carbon monoxide (CO) is a toxic gas that lacks discernible color or scent. Individuals may experience the impact of carbon monoxide (CO) emissions originating from a range of sources, such as gas stoves, water heaters, fireplaces, and motor vehicles. Objective: The objective of this study is to evaluate the perception and knowledge pertaining to symptoms, risk factors, causes, and preventative strategies of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning among the general population in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).


Subjects and methods: The present investigation constitutes a cross-sectional study conducted on the overall population of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The research focused on those who are not involved in the healthcare profession, utilizing an electronic survey as the primary data collection method. The questionnaire primarily comprises three sections: socio-demographic information, knowledge evaluation, and habitual factors and behaviours pertaining to carbon monoxide poisoning.


Results: Out of 568 participants, (52.8%) were aged between 18 to 25 years with (64.1%) being females. A significant proportion of the participants exhibited little knowledge (67.6%), unfavorable attitudes (72.4%), but shown commendable adherence to preventive measures (64.4%).


Conclusion: There was a lack of knowledge and a weakness in attitude. Nevertheless, preventive practices are highly motivating. Individuals who possess awareness of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning tend to demonstrate superior levels of knowledge and adherence to safety precautions when compared to those who lack such awareness.

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Alajai, I. A. ., Khalid Saud Alharbi, Saif Saleh Alsaif, Majed Mosa Alsuwairi, Mofareh Mohammad Alshahrani, Mohsen Abdullah Alotaibi, Ghazzi Eid S Alenezi, Nujud Alhomidi M Almotiri, Talal Suliman Saad Alsuwairi, Khaled Shabab Alotaibi, Sultan Fahad Alhmali, & Zaid Mohammad A Almutairi. (2023). Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in People: Recognition and Prevention. International Journal of Medical Science and Clinical Research Studies, 3(12), 3248–3255. https://doi.org/10.47191/ijmscrs/v3-i12-57
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Vol. 3 No. 12 (2023): Volume 03 Issue 12 December 2023
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