A known alcoholic man is found unresponsive by a law enforcement officer. An empty container of antifreeze was found near him. Your assessment reveals that his respirations are deep and rapid, his pulse rate is rapid and weak, and his pupils are dilated and sluggishly reactive. As your partner administers high-flow oxygen to the patient, you should:
A) start an IV line and give 1 mEq/mg of sodium bicarbonate.
B) assess his blood glucose level and apply a cardiac monitor.
C) start an IV line and begin administering a saline fluid bolus.
D) give him 100 mg of thiamine IM and assess his blood pressure.
Answer: B) assess his blood glucose level and apply a cardiac monitor.
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