A 4-year-old male ingested an unknown quantity of acetaminophen (Tylenol). The child's mother states that the ingestion occurred approximately 20 minutes ago. The child is conscious and alert and in no apparent distress. After contacting medical control, you should:

A. induce vomiting with syrup of ipecac.
B. transport the child for definitive care.
C. administer up to 25 g of activated charcoal.
D. give the child cold milk to absorb the Tylenol.

Answer: C. administer up to 25 g of activated charcoal.