Toxicology

Question 1

What blood alcohol level defines intoxication?

Answer 1

80mg/dL blood

17. 4mmol/L blood
18. 04% breath alcohol
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Question 2

What is the approximate rate of alcohol metabolism in a non-chronic drinker?

Answer 2

20 g/L/hr

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Question 3

What three key aspects must clinicians document before discharging an initially intoxicated patient?

Answer 3

1. Appears clinically sober
2. Has an alcohol level below the legal driving limit
3. Advised that risk of accident is still higher (and therefore should not drive, etc.)

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