The chart below compares first aid for a drug overdose to first aid for an alcohol overdose. The information in one row is incorrect because the “Drug Overdose” column was mistakenly switched with the column for “Alcohol Overdose.” Drug OverdoseAlcohol OverdoseAInformation should be gathered on what type was ingested.Vital signs will be monitored.BThe stomach may be pumped.The stomach may be pumped.CIV fluids may be given to prevent dehydration.Charcoal may be given to prevent absorption of the poison.DVital signs will be monitored.Oxygen may be given.Which row is incorrect?
Row C has the treatments switched. Activated charcoal may be used after some drug overdoses to reduce absorption, but it does not effectively absorb alcohol. IV fluids may be given to someone with alcohol poisoning to help prevent or treat dehydration, so the row should list charcoal under Drug Overdose and IV fluids under Alcohol Overdose.
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