Table 1 Recommendations for disposition [8, 9]
Symptom | Disposition | Comment |
|---|---|---|
Minimal or no symptom | Home | Assess safety (is it safe to go back to environment, was it suicide attempt) |
Headache, vomiting, elevated CO level | Home after symptom resolution | Administer 100% oxygen in ED, observe 4Â h Assess safety issues |
Ataxia, seizure, syncope, chest pain, focal neurologic deficit, dyspnea, ECG changes, metabolic acidosis | Hospitalize Consult for HBO therapy | Administer 100% oxygen in ED CO level, comorbid conditions (pregnancy, age, stability) should be considered before transport |