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Poisoning and overdose

D F Giorgi1, A Jagoda

  • 1Department of Emergency Medicine, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY 10029, USA.

The Mount Sinai Journal of Medicine, New York
|September 18, 1997
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Drug toxicity is a critical cause of altered mental status, often presenting as overdosing or poisoning in emergency departments. Prompt diagnosis and management, including decontamination and antidotes, are essential for patient care.

Area of Science:

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Altered mental status (AMS) is a frequent emergency department (ED) complaint.
  • Drug toxicity is a crucial element in the differential diagnosis of AMS.
  • Overdosing and poisoning, both intentional and unintentional, are common causes of AMS presenting to the ED.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline a comprehensive approach to the diagnosis and management of drug toxicity in patients with altered mental status.
  • To emphasize the importance of specific interventions in managing toxicological emergencies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of diagnostic and management strategies for drug-induced altered mental status.
  • Focus on key components: information gathering, physical examination for toxic syndromes, diagnostic testing, decontamination, and antidote administration.

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Main Results:

  • A systematic approach incorporating thorough history, physical exam, and targeted diagnostics is vital.
  • Effective management hinges on prompt decontamination and judicious use of specific antidotes.
  • Recognition of toxic syndromes aids in diagnosis and treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Drug toxicity must be considered in all cases of altered mental status.
  • Comprehensive management strategies, including decontamination and antidotes, are critical for improving outcomes in toxicological emergencies.