Intoxicated persons appear frequently in substance abuse centers and in general hospital settings. The severity of their condition ranges from mild impairment to coma or delirium. The prominent features of intoxication with the major classes of abused drugs are described. Staff responses to intoxication are discussed. Guidelines are presented for systematic management of this condition.
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