Question

A 36-year-old man is brought to A&E unconscious after a suspected heroin overdose. He has shallow respirations at 6/min and pinpoint pupils. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Intravenous Naloxone and airway support

Answer

Intravenous Flumazenil

Answer

Activated charcoal only

Answer

High-dose intravenous steroids

Answer

Oral Methadone

Practice question

A 36-year-old man is brought to A&E unconscious after a suspected heroin overdose. He has shallow respirations at 6/min and pinpoint pupils. What is the most appropriate immediate management?