How Do You Recognize Alcohol Poisoning Symptoms?
Alcohol poisoning occurs when too much alcohol is consumed over a set period of time, resulting in seizure, coma or even death. By recognizing the symptoms of alcohol poisoning and knowing the difference between poisoning and merely passing out drunk, you can possibly save someone’s life. Step 1 Learn to recognize the most common signs of alcohol poisoning before the victim loses unconsciousness. These symptoms may include excessive vomiting, as the body tries to expel the alcohol from the digestive tract, as well as stupor, confusion and seizures. Step 2 Determine whether symptoms of alcohol poisoning are present in a person who has already passed out from drinking too much. Symptoms you may recognize include shallow and infrequent breathing patterns, such as breathing less than eight times per minute or less than a single breath every 10 seconds. Hypothermia, or low body temperature, may also occur, so feel the skin of the victim to see whether her skin feels cold to the touch. Step
