Table 5 Route of exposure and intent for all age groups
Route of exposure | NÂ =Â 106 | Â | Â | Â |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Oral-ingestion | 88 (83.0%) | Â | Â | Â |
Bite or sting by venomous animal/insects | 11 (10.4%) | Â | Â | Â |
Skin | 5 (4.7%) | Â | Â | Â |
Inhaled | 3 (2.8%) | Â | Â | Â |
Unknown | 3 (2.8%) | Â | Â | Â |
Intent | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Intentional exposure | Overall NÂ =Â 106 | Recreational NÂ =Â 63 | Suicidal NÂ =Â 63 | Assault NÂ =Â 63 |
Frequency (%) | 63 (59.4%) | 37 (34.9%) | 16 (15.1%) | 10 (9.4%) |
Unintentional exposure | Overall NÂ =Â 106 | Accidental NÂ =Â 37 | Drug reaction NÂ =Â 37 | Occupational NÂ =Â 37 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Frequency (%) | 37 (34.9%) | 35 (33%) | 2 (1.9%) | 0 |
Unknown | 6 (5.7%) | Â | Â | Â |