Alcohol poisoning is a serious and scary situation. Young people die from alcohol poisoning every year. It is important to recognize the signs of alcohol poisoning, in order to obtain medical treatment before it is too late. Here are some signs of alcohol poisoning:
* Excessive vomiting (Quickly dehydrates the body)
* Altered state of consciousness (incoherent, does not know what time it is,
or where they are at)
* Difficulty breathing (too fast or too slow)
* Unable to walk or stand up
If a person displays one or more of these signs, they need to be checked out by medical personnel. If you encounter a person in this state, contact the police department by calling 911. It is important to remember that the number one priority of the police in Alcohol Poisoning Situations is to obtain medical help for the person. You should not hesitate to call because of fear of police action or medical costs.
Drug overdose will often display many of the same signs as alcohol poisoning.
There are many complications that can occur from a drug overdose or by mixing
drugs and alcohol, one of which is cardiac arrest. A person who overdoses on
any substance must be taken to a hospital immediately. Every minute is critical
in helping to save that person.