Investigations
Investigations should include:
- biochemistry - renal function and blood glucose. The latter is particularly important in children and finger prick measurements should be repeated frequently through the admission.
- toxicology screen. The history from an individual acutely intoxicated with alcohol is anything but reliable, and knowledge of other toxins may be helpful if there is a clinical deterioration.
Other investigations are indicated by clinical circumstances:
- CT scan if there is a possibility of head injury
- blood gases if the patient is in coma
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