Question

Match each symptom of alcohol poisoning with its description. (4 points) Put responses in the correct response input area to answer the question. Select a response, navigate to the desired input area and insert the response. Responses can be selected and inserted using the space bar, enter key, left mouse button or touchpad. Responses can also be moved by dragging with a mouse. Slowed breathing Press enter key to drop response here. Impaired gag reflex Press enter key to drop response here. Pale or bluish skin Press enter key to drop response here. Mental confusion Press enter key to drop response here.

Answer 1

Slowed breathing — breaths are very slow or shallow (often <8 breaths/min) or irregular with long pauses.
Impaired gag reflex — inability to protect airway (won’t cough or gag), increasing risk of choking or vomit aspiration.
Pale or bluish skin — skin appears pale, cold or bluish (cyanotic) from poor oxygenation.
Mental confusion — disoriented, confused, incoherent or difficult to rouse; impaired awareness and decision-making.