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Understanding the Opioid-Associated Emergency Algorithm for Lay Rescuers Video
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Video at a Glance
- This video helps the layperson understand opioid medical emergencies.
- The medical community has been losing the battle with the opioid crisis.
- People with opioids or narcotics in their homes should have Narcan.
- Narcan is an antidote for narcotics, and it comes in an easy-to-use nasal spray. There are also auto-injector options.
- In a suspected opioid overdose, first, call 9-1-1. Use your speaker function on your cell phone so you can speak with the dispatcher while helping the person.
- Begin CPR if they are not breathing.
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