An overdose occurs when a person has more of a drug (or combination of drugs) in their body than the body can cope with
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An overdose occurs when a person has more of a drug (or combination of drugs) in their body than the body can cope with. All drugs can cause an overdose, including medication prescribed by a doctor. It is important to know the right amount and the right time to take your medication – and it’s also vital to know what drugs should not be mixed.
Seeking emergency help isn’t just for when someone is unconscious. You should also seek help when someone is:
– having a seizure
– experiencing severe headache
– experiencing chest pain
– experiencing breathing difficulties
– extremely paranoid, agitated and/or confused
WhidbeyHealth EMS offers a number of community education programs, one of which can help you save a life before first responders arrive: ACT Training.
ACT (Antidote, CPR, Tourniquet) is a 1-hour class that teaches you the vital skills you can use to save a life before EMS arrives. Learn more: https://whidbeyhealth.org/services/emergency-care/ems-community-programs/
