The nurse is caring for a patient who presented to the emergency department with acute hallucinogenic intoxication. What manifestations will the nurse expect to see during the assessment of this patient? Select all that apply
1. Tremors
2. Sweating
3. Constricted pupils
4. Tachycardia
5. Dilated pupils
Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5
Explanation: The patient who is intoxicated with a hallucinogenic substance may manifest with tremors, sweating, tachycardia, and dilated, not constricted, pupils.
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