First Aid on the Misuse of Drugs Overdose

The definition of substance abuse is the use of drugs that exceed the usage rules. This can lead to physical and psychological disorders, depending on the type of drug taken.

The use of drugs can suppress the central nervous system and their brain activity. Person whose body is affected by the extreme behavior of the drug showed slow levels to hyperactivity.

By Stanley M. Zildo as quoted from his book 'First Aid, First Aid and How to Correct Handling of Emergency', the use of the drug is injected into the body can be seen from the injection site in the arm or another limb. Equipment used for drug use also can be known from the surrounding objects.

If found drug overdose victim, do handling as follows:

1. Keep doing the breathing and CPR if necessary
2. Keep the victim still hit me, use a damp cloth or towel to wipe his face.
3. Encourage the victim to speak if possible. Ask the kind of drug used and how much.
4. If the victim is under the influence of drugs and his mouth still visible remnants of drugs, remove it by using the fingers to draw her. Try to keep the victim not to choke.
5. If you feel unsafe situation, seek immediate paramedic assistance.