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The assessment and management of patients presenting with acute intoxication, withdrawal or toxicity can be demanding and potentially dangerous. Patients rapidly deteriorate or may become extremely agitated, aggressive and violent. Young people may conceal or deny substance use because of potential parent/guardian responses.
It is important to note that a person's physiological, psychological and behavioural reaction to a drug depends on:
Common symptoms and signs of intoxication include:
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