Indications and contraindications for activated charcoal?

• A. Indicated if ingestion within 1 hour (or longer for certain substances) and no airway risk or GI obstruction; contraindicated for caustics, hydrocarbons, and unprotected airway
• B. Indicated for all ingestions; contraindicated if asymptomatic
• C. Indicated for alcohol; contraindicated for acids
• D. Indicated if the patient is pregnant; contraindicated if lactating

Answer: (A)