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    Learn how to recognize and respond to an opioid poisoning, and how to administer naloxone.

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Naloxone Training & Resources

Naloxone training resources which includes information about how to prevent, recognize and respond to an opioid drug poisoning (overdose). These resources are appropriate for both individuals and to support staff training at Take Home Naloxone distribution sites. This page also includes resources for trainers.

Naloxone Training

  • Naloxone Training Materials
      Naloxone 101 Course

      This is a self-guided, interactive course on how to recognize and respond to a drug poisoning, including how to use naloxone. This course takes approximately one hour to complete. 

      Naloxone Training Manual

      Created to support any person interested in learning how to prevent, recognize and respond to opioid overdoses. It includes the key knowledge and competencies required to administer naloxone.

      NaloxoneTraining.com

      This quick-training tool can be used by Take Home Naloxone sites to support training individuals who are reciving a Take Home Naloxone kit. The URL for this training tool is displayed on all BC Take Home Naloxone kits. We recommend that individuals who have never taken opioid response or naloxone training first take the Naloxone 101 course listed above. 

      SAVE ME Steps for NaloxoneTraining.com

      This 6 minute instructional Video outlines the SAVE ME Steps for responding to an overdose and was developed to support the NaloxoneTraining.com web app. 

      Please Note: The unregulated drug supply is unpredictable and information about how to recognize and respond to a drug poisoning (overdose) can change. The following information in this SAVE ME video has changed:

      • Intramuscular naloxone should be injected into a large muscle group such as the thigh or upper arm. We no longer recommend injection into the butt/gluteal muscle
      • One dose of intranasal (nasal) naloxone should be sprayed into one nostril. 
      • We no longer recommend using a sternal rub to see if someone is responsive and do not recommend shaking or slapping. Instead squeeze their fingertips or the muscle between the neck and shoulder
      • Naloxone wears off after 30-120 minutes. This has changed from earlier guidance of 20-90 minutes
      • Breathing normally means: taking 12 or more breaths per minute AND breathing on their own AND no unusual breathing sounds. 
      • Once normal breathing is restored, stop giving naloxone. Otherwise give another dose every 3 minutes until breathing normally.
        • This has changed from earlier guidance of 3-5 minutes

      We thank you for your patience as we work to update our resources.

      Responding to a Drug Poisoning Guide (Brochure)

      Previously called the 'Overdose Survival Guide'.

      This resource is available to order for sites registered in the Take Home Naloxone program. 

  • Naloxone Resources for Trainers
      Naloxone Training Key Takeaways

      This train-the-trainer tool provides guidance for trainers to ensure that key learning takeaways (learning objectives) are covered in naloxone training sessions. This resource can also be used to reinforce learning of trainers-in-training before, during, or after education sessions. Training supplies such as VanishPoint® syringes and water ampoules with plastic breakers are available to order by registered naloxone sites.

      Participant Training Checklist

      This checklist provides a guidance for trainers to assess the knowledge of the participant following a naloxone training session. As the trainer/educator you should be confident that each knowledge objective was covered in the training and that the participant understands each objective.

      Take Home Naloxone Training Quiz

      This quick quiz is recommended for:

      • Trainers to test paricipant knowledge about drug poisoning recognition and response. It is recommended that the quiz be used both as a pre and post-training assessment tool.
      • Individuals to test their knowledge before and after taking the Naloxone 101 course.

      This resource also includes an answer rationale to further support understanding

       

      Training Certificate

      This certificate may be presented to those who have completed the Take Home Naloxone training.

      Training Certificate Cards - Business Size

      These certificate cards may be presented to those who have completed the Take Home Naloxone training.

      Train-the-Trainer Training Certificate of Completion

      This certificate may be presented to individuals, by participating THN sites, who demonstrate a high level of understanding related to overdose recognition and response and intend to train other potential trainers.

      Take Home Naloxone trainers, who intend to train others, should review the following recommended resources:

      Trainers should connect with participating THN sites to obtain training supplies for demonstration and practice by trainees.

      Please review our complete list of training resources.

       

  • Videos
      Why Give Breaths?

      This video discusses why naloxone is only a part of the overdose response and why giving breaths is critical to keep someone alive and healthy.

      How To Use Naloxone (Narcan)

      This short video walks through the symptoms of an opioid overdose and how to respond with naloxone.

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