- Substance Abuse
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In this course, students will learn about opioidsOpioids are substances that act on opioid receptors to produce morphine-like effects. Medically they are primarily used for pain relief, including anesthesia. It is a compound resembling opium in addictive... and their use in therapeutic medical treatments as well as their role in addictionA brain disorder characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli despite adverse consequences. Despite the involvement of a number of psychosocial factors, a biological process, one which is induced by..., abuse cases, and epidemics around the world.
Course Content
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Module 1 (10 mins)
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Intro
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What’s an Opioid, Anyways?
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How Opioids Work
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A Growing Problem: Abuse and Addiction
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Adverse Effects of Opioid Abuse
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Module 2 (10 mins)
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Recognizing Opioid Abuse and Potential Emergencies
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Symptoms of Potential Abuse or Long-Term Use
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Signs/Symptoms of Overdose
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Checkpoint 1
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Module 3 (20 mins)
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Your Role, Your Protections, Your Safety…
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Good Samaritan Laws
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Naloxone and Good Samaritan Law Coverage Distribution
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Approaching an Overdose Situation: Check Scene
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Approaching an Overdose Situation: Check Responsiveness & Call 911
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Approaching an Overdose Situation: Check Vitals
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Approaching an Overdose Situation: Survey Results and Actions
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Checkpoint 2
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Module 4: Interventions (10 mins)
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Initial Interventions in Opioid-Induced Respiratory Failure: Rescue Breathing
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Secondary Intervention in Opioid-Induced Emergencies: Naloxone Administration
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Narcan Administration Option 1: Intranasal Spray
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Naloxone Administration Option 2: Intramuscular Syringes
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Post-Overdose Care
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Checkpoint 3
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Module 5: Review and Conclusion (10 mins)
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Review and Putting it All Together
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Module 6: Final Quiz
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Final Quiz
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