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A member asked:
Why do paramedics keep shining a light in the eyes if the person has an overdosed ?
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To look at pupils: Any drug overdose especially narcotics, one should look at pupils which are usually small. This gives us an idea what the overdosed drug is, and appropriately treat. Some medications cause the pupils dilated. Some examples marijuana, amphetamines.
Answered 7/6/2012
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