Opioids and Naloxone Administration


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
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Overview/Description

When opioids are used properly they offer great relief to patients who need them. However, the abuse of opioids is a major concern in the USA. In the workplace, it is important to know how to respond safely in case of an overdose occurring on site. This course will provide more details about types of opioids, recognizing symptoms of use or abuse, as well as how to deal with an overdose.

The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.



Target Audience
All employees

Prerequisites
None

Expected Duration (hours)
0.4

Lesson Objectives

Opioids and Naloxone Administration

  • discover the key concepts covered in this course
  • identify opioid categories
  • recognize the characteristics of Naloxone
  • Knowledge Check: Opioids and Naloxone
  • recognize what to do to respond to an overdose
  • recognize the procedure for administering Naloxone
  • identify ways in which the law and community can assist with managing opioid addictions
  • Knowledge Check: Responding to Overdoses
  • Course Number:
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    Expertise Level
    Everyone