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Alcohol Poisoning
SIGNS OF ALCOHOL POISONING
The person may
- Be unconscious and cannot be awakened
- Have cold, clammy, unusually pale or bluish skin
- Be breathing slowly or irregularly:
- less than eight times a minute
- or ten seconds or more between any two breaths- Vomit, while passed out and does not wake up during or after
HOW CAN I HELP?
- If you suspect alcohol poisoning, call 911 or 9-911 (from campus)
- Do not leave the person alone
- Turn him or her on their side
- Watch their breathing
- If you know CPR, perform as needed
STAND BY YOUR DECISION! – Always look out for your friends
If you or a friend would like more information about alcohol and other drugs, or need a confidential appointment call the Alcohol and Other Drug Office (AODO) at 333-7557.
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If
you are a registered University
of Illinois student and you have questions or concerns,
If you are concerned about any difference in your treatment plan and the information in this handout, you are advised to contact your health care provider.
Visit the McKinley Health Center Web site at: http://www.mckinley.uiuc.edu |
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