Training Summary: Provide a couple sentences summary (content themes/training techniques, and how this training is relevant to working with children who live in out of home care)

 

With the rise in opioid-related deaths across the nation, an informed community response is needed now more than ever. This training will cover the essential components of opioid overdose care and intranasal naloxone (NARCAN) administration in youth. During an interactive presentation, attendees will learn about what causes opioid overdose through a medical lens as well as how to identify and treat overdose victims as community bystanders as well as while working with youth and families. This training will also cover community harm-reduction resources and places to obtain free NARCAN. The training culminates with a group quiz on the topic covered.

 

Class Objectives: (what knowledge, ideas or skills will participants explore, learn, and practice during the training)

 

·       Recognize the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose in youth

·       Know the steps in emergency care for persons experiencing opioid overdose

·       Proper administration of intranasal naloxone (NARCAN)

 

How can participants utilize their new skills and knowledge after the training to reinforce their learning?

 

• Share personal take-aways with co-workers and community members.
• In the event of an opioid-related emergency, staff will be better prepared to support youth