42-year-old man • altered mental status • vomiting • agitation • Dx?

THE TAKEAWAY

Given the widespread use of naloxone, proper education and counselling regarding this medication is crucial. Patients should be advised of what to expect after its use. In addition, physicians should always maintain updated patient medication lists, ensuring that they include naloxone if it has been prescribed for use as needed for opioid reversal, to assist in the emergency treatment of affected patients.⁵

CORRESPONDENCE
Erik Weitz, DO, Troy Beaumont Family Medicine Residency, 44250 Dequindre Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48314; erik.weitz@beaumont.edu