If swallowed, what type of statement is "call a doctor" considered?

The statement "call a doctor" is classified as an advisory statement. It is designed to recommend a course of action for someone who has ingested a substance that may be harmful. Advisory statements provide guidance to ensure safety and medical care is sought if necessary, without being legally binding. They inform individuals about what steps to take in a potentially dangerous situation, promoting precaution and awareness regarding health risks associated with toxic substances.

In contrast to advisory statements, mandatory statements would imply a legal requirement to follow them, while advisory terms are suggestions that are strongly encouraged but not enforced by law. Emergency statements often include immediate actions that need to be taken in serious situations, like calls to emergency services, while routes of entry refer to how a substance can enter the body (e.g., ingestion, inhalation, or dermal contact). Hence, "call a doctor" fits best as an advisory guideline.