A 29-year-old man is found unresponsive with pinpoint pupils and shallow respirations. Friend reports IV heroin use. What is the most appropriate imme...

Question

A 29-year-old man is found unresponsive with pinpoint pupils and shallow respirations. Friend reports IV heroin use. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Administer IV naloxone and support airway and ventilation

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Give flumazenil

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Give activated charcoal orally

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Induce vomiting

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Observe without treatment as he will likely wake up

ca-rcpsc-em MCQ (SBA): Opioid overdose

A 29-year-old man is found unresponsive with pinpoint pupils and shallow respirations. Friend reports IV heroin use. What is the most appropriate immediate management?