First Aid for Drug Abuse
What are the treatments for the injury?
First aid for a person with a drug overdose includes several steps.
Check for signs of circulation, such as normal breathing, coughing, or
movement in response to stimulation.
Contact the emergency medical
system immediately.
Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR, if the person stops breathing.
Use 15 chest compressions for every 2 mouth-to-mouth rescue breaths.
Stay with the person until medical assistance arrives.
If an overdose is suspected, try to keep the person from taking more
drugs.
What are the side effects of the treatments?
There are few side effects related to treatment of an overdose. The main
problem is the overdose. A drug overdose can cause death if not treated quickly
and efficiently.
What happens after treatment for the injury?
After emergency treatment for a drug overdose, the person should receive
professional help in dealing with the
drug abuse. Any new or worsening symptoms should be reported to the
healthcare provider.
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