Drugs
What to do in case of overdose on drugs or alcohol
Call 911 or Emergency Room:
- Mercy Hospital - 417-885-2115
- Cox Center South - 417-875-2823
- Cox Center North - 417-269-3193
Do not leave the person alone. Turn the victim on his/her side to prevent choking in case of vomiting.
If you live in a residence hall tell a staff member that there is an emergency
Warning signs of acute alcohol poisoning
Do not wait for all the signs to be present.
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person is unconscious or semiconscious.
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person has cold, clammy, pale or bluish skin
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slow breathing (less than 8 breaths per minute)
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irregular breathing (10 seconds or more between breaths)
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no response to pinching the skin
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vomiting while passed out, and not waking after vomiting
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seizures
If any of the above symptoms exist, call 911!
If you have difficulty coping after the emergency, contact the Counseling and Testing Center
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