The immediate management of overdose.
Success in reviving victims of overdose may be achieved by careful attention to cardiovascular and respiratory support and a high urinary output. In addition to these general principles, special measures may be indicated in cases of specific drug overdose. Such measures are outlined for various drugs, including acetaminophen, aspirin, phencyclidine, barbiturates, and organophosphates.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000931:Antidotes / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003422:Critical Care; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004630:Emergencies; D004639:Emetics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005751:Gastric Lavage; D006801:Humans; D011041:Poisoning / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D013406:Suicide, Attempted
D000931:Antidotes; D004639:Emetics