Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (Noun)
Meaning
A toxic condition that results from inhaling and absorbing carbon monoxide gas; "carbon monoxide combines with hemoglobin and displaces oxygen in the blood".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The fire department warned residents about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning from malfunctioning furnaces during the winter months.
- Carbon monoxide poisoning can occur quickly and silently, often with few or no symptoms, making it a major concern for households using gas appliances.
- After collapsing in her home, the woman was rushed to the hospital and diagnosed with carbon monoxide poisoning from a faulty generator in the basement.
- The heating technician stressed the importance of proper ventilation to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in homes using oil or gas boilers.
- Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can include headaches, dizziness, and confusion, and if severe, can lead to respiratory failure or even death.