A 28-year-old man arrives extremely agitated after stimulant use. Triage acuity is ESI 1; T 104.1 F, BP 186/104 mm Hg, HR 168/min. He is combative,

Question

A 28-year-old man arrives extremely agitated after stimulant use. Triage acuity is ESI 1; T 104.1 F, BP 186/104 mm Hg, HR 168/min. He is combative, diaphoretic, and incoherent, requiring several staff for safety. Glucose is 112 mg/dL. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial action?

Accepted Answer

Use rapid chemical sedation and active cooling while monitoring airway

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Attempt prolonged verbal negotiation without backup

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Delay treatment until urine toxicology returns

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Give oral fluids without sedation

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Discharge to police custody immediately

Severe agitation excited delirium differential — ABEM Board MCQ

A 28-year-old man arrives extremely agitated after stimulant use. Triage acuity is ESI 1; T 104.1 F, BP 186/104 mm Hg, HR 168/min. He is combative, diaphoretic, and incoherent, requiring several staff for safety. Glucose is 112 mg/dL. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial action?