What should I do if I see someone who may have alcohol poisoning?

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What should I do if I see someone who may have alcohol poisoning?

You can do several things to help someone who shows signs of alcohol poisoning:

  • Seek help: Call 911 for help.
  • Keep them awake: Stay with the person and keep them awake.
  • Provide water: Have them sip water to keep them hydrated if they are awake.
  • Keep them warm: Cover them with a warm blanket. Alcohol poisoning can cause hypothermia.
  • Explain your actions: Talk to them and let them know why you are doing things. Otherwise, they may become belligerent.
  • Prevent choking: If they are unconscious, turn them on their side. If the person vomits, they won’t choke on it.

When paramedics arrive, be ready to tell them what you can about the person. You might need to describe how much the person drank or what they’ve been doing since you called 911.

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