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Alcohol and Your Body

Alcohol Poisoning

 

 

At some point during your time at Texas A&M, you may find yourself caring for a friend who has had too much to drink. It is important for you to recognize the symptoms of alcohol poisoning so that you get your friend medical attention immediately. If you see someone exhibiting any of the following symptoms, call 911 off campus or 9-911 on campus.

  • Person is unconscious, cannot be woken up, or can only be awakened for a short time

  • Difficulty standing or walking

  • Person is poorly aware of surroundings

  • Exhibits respiratory difficulties (slow, labored breathing - below 10 breaths a minute)

  • Fever or chill

  • Fingernail beds or gums are bluish

  • Extremities are cold, bluish or clammy

  • Vomiting while semiconscious or unconscious

  • Increased, decreased, or irregular pulse - above 100 or below 60 beats per minute

  • Mixed alcohol with prescription, over the counter or illicit drugs

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