Opioid Overdose – EMT and EMR – PA

This course was designed for EMT and EMR responders in PA. While the basics of the course will be similar regardless of the location, dosing, protocols, etc may be different.

Please review the attached flyer as well.

Topics:

• What are opioids
• Different opioids
• Absorption of Opioids
• Signs of Overdose
• Medical conditions that mimic opioid overdoses
• Naloxone
• What is Naloxone
• Info on Naloxone
• Contraindications of Naloxone
• Before administration of Naloxone
• Administration Routes
• Mucosal Atomization Devices
• Narcan Nasal Spray
• Naloxone Auto-Injector
• Treatment
• Scene safety
• Checking for responsiveness