Alcohol and Drug Problems
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you think an intoxicated person may need a medical evaluation?
See significance of intoxicated person who may need a medical evaluation if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Has the person stopped using alcohol or drugs, but he or she is difficult to wake up or cannot stay awake?
Yes Do you think the person may have an injury?
Yes Has the person who is confused or not acting normal vomited more than one time?
Yes Do you feel uncomfortable caring for the person because you cannot provide a safe environment?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: January 18, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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