What is the poison control center number?

• A. 800-222-1222
• B. 911
• C. 411
• D. 1-800-555-1234

Answer: (C)

Know the poison control center number. In the United States, the official resource for poison-related questions and guidance is 1-800-222-1222. It’s a toll-free line open 24/7 and staffed by trained poison information specialists who can assess exposure risks and give specific, step-by-step instructions for situations involving household products, medications, pesticides, or foods. This line is specialized for poison information, making it the best first call for exposures to get accurate guidance and determine if emergency care is needed.

Calling 911 is appropriate if someone is in immediate danger or has life-threatening symptoms, but poison control is the primary source for expert advice on exposures. Directory assistance (411) provides general information, not poison-specific guidance. The other listed number isn’t a recognized poison control resource and wouldn’t reliably offer poison-related instructions.