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A 25-year-old man is brought to the ED by friends after a suspected mixed overdose of alcohol and unknown pills. He is drowsy but arousable, with airway protected, stable vital signs and normal glucose. Pupils are mid-sized and reactive. Which initial investigation is most strongly recommended in all patients with suspected overdose?

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