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It depends on the type of overdose and the current health of the patient. If a patient is unconscious, a Paramedic is required to intervene by injecting certain medications intravenously. If this is unavailable, then the patient must be rapidly transported to a hospital for greater medical care. If a patient is conscious and cooperative, an EMT-Basic might have the patient drink Activated Charcoal. Charcoal can bond with certain poisons, allowing them to pass through the patient's digestive system without being absorbed.
No matter the case, EMTs must often rely on the more specific knowledge of the Poison Control Center before intervening.
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Who is dr dres son?
He died of a drug overdose. :(
How one can identify a drug overdose?
how one can identify overdose
What Kennedy brother died from drug overdose?
David Kennedy, a son of RFK, died in 1984 of a drug overdose
How many people died of drug overdose?
12848574646575 about this much i think
How many people in the US have died of a drug overdose?
In 2005 there were a total of 33,541 drug induced deaths.
Will a drug overdose cause death?
Yes, a drug overdose will cause death if medical intervention is not sought in good time.
Can CPR be used for drug overdose?
If the person shows no signs of life from a drug overdose, yes you would perform CPR.
What happened to Frankie lymon?
He fell victim of a drug overdose while celebrating his return to music
What drug did jimi Hendrix overdose on?
He died of a barbiturate overdose (sleeping pills)
Do you bleed out the eyes on a drug overdose?
No
What are symptoms of drug overdose?
death
Does life insurance pay for accidental drug overdose?
It depends on the policy and the specific circumstances surrounding the accidental drug overdose. Some life insurance policies may have exclusions for deaths resulting from drug overdoses, especially if the overdose was intentional or related to substance abuse. It is important to review the terms and conditions of the policy to determine if accidental drug overdose is covered.
