A 35-year-old man with a history of heroin use is found unresponsive with shallow breathing and pinpoint pupils. Respiratory rate is 6/min, SpO2 84% o...

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A 35-year-old man with a history of heroin use is found unresponsive with shallow breathing and pinpoint pupils. Respiratory rate is 6/min, SpO2 84% on air, pulse 50/min. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

Accepted Answer

IM Naloxone and airway support

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IV Flumazenil

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Oral Methadone

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High-flow oxygen only

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Induce vomiting

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Opioid overdose

A 35-year-old man with a history of heroin use is found unresponsive with shallow breathing and pinpoint pupils. Respiratory rate is 6/min, SpO2 84% on air, pulse 50/min. What is the most appropriate immediate management?