Alcohol (Ethanol) Intoxication
Description
An alteration in consciousness caused by the consumption of alcohol (ethanol). Can result in impulsive and uninhibited behavior. Alcohol affects people differently. The same amount can have only minimal effects on one person, and severely depress the breathing of another.
Symptoms
Confusion, slurred speech, vomiting, breathing problems, incoordination, emotional instability, coma, death.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed along with other tests which may include: liver function tests, electrolytes, ethanol (alcohol) level, and a lipase.
- CBC
- Chem 12
- Lipase
Treatment
Therapy is aimed at supporting vital signs and preventing self harm. Treatment may include: intravenous fluids, breathing and vital sign support, medications for vomiting, sedatives (benzodiazepines) and antipsychotics. Alcohol and Drug Helpline: (800) 821-4357 Al-Anon (888)821-4357
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