What are the Key Principles in Managing Drug Overdose?
Management of drug overdose involves several key principles: 1. Assessment: Rapid assessment of the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation. 2. Decontamination: Use of activated charcoal to limit drug absorption. 3. Antidotes: Administration of specific antidotes like naloxone for opioid overdose. 4. Supportive Care: Monitoring and supporting vital functions. 5. Elimination Enhancement: Techniques like hemodialysis to enhance drug elimination.
