Emergency department for suspected drug overdose

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A patient has been admitted to the emergency department for a suspected drug overdose. Suggest what the clinician should expect to find during the assessment of this patient. Tachypnea Choking sounds or a snore-like gurgling Diaphoresis and hyperventilation Deeper and faster breathing followed by apnea.

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