How Is CNS Stimulant Toxicity Diagnosed and Treated?
Diagnosis of CNS stimulant toxicity typically involves a combination of clinical assessment and laboratory tests. Healthcare providers will consider the patient's history, presenting symptoms, and possibly conduct toxicology screenings to identify the substance involved. Treatment focuses on stabilizing the patient, which may include administering activated charcoal, providing supportive care, and using medications to control symptoms such as seizures or hypertension. In some cases, benzodiazepines or antipsychotics may be used to mitigate severe agitation or psychosis.
