If Prisoner Has a BAC of .23?

 

Below is medical information on treating anyone who has a blood alcohol content of .23. No, we don't know if the inmate who died at the Lauderdale County Detention Center this week refused medical treatment. What we do know is that a person legally deemed too impaired to consent to sex, is also too impaired to refuse needed medical attention. We believe that Dana McLaughlin didn't have to die alone in a cell on Christmas morning. 

A BAC of 0.23 is extremely high and puts you at serious risk of alcohol poisoning. Here's what can happen to your body at this level:

• Severe Impairment: You'll likely be disoriented, confused, and unable to control your movements.  
• Unconsciousness: You may pass out and become unresponsive.
• Impaired Breathing: Alcohol can depress your respiratory system, leading to difficulty breathing and even respiratory arrest.  
• Aspiration: If you vomit while unconscious, you could inhale vomit into your lungs, causing choking or pneumonia.  
• Hypothermia: Alcohol can interfere with your body's ability to regulate temperature, increasing your risk of hypothermia.  
• Death: At this BAC, the risk of death is significantly increased.

If you or someone you know has a BAC of 0.23, it's crucial to seek immediate medical attention. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.