Which finding is commonly associated with acute stimulant intoxication?
Correct answer: B. Increased energy with reduced need for sleep
- A. Slow pulse and constricted pupils
- B. Increased energy with reduced need for sleep
- C. Slurred speech with poor coordination
- D. Cold skin with markedly slowed breathing
Explanation
Stimulants commonly produce increased alertness, reduced need for sleep, tachycardia, hypertension, and agitation. Slow breathing and constricted pupils suggest opioid effects, while slurred speech and poor coordination suggest depressant use.
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