Narcan/Overdose Jeopardy

Narcan

100

What does Narcan do?

Narcan works to reverse the effects of an overdose by removing opioids from receptors.

200

How is Narcan given?

Nasal spray or injectable

300

Time Narcan works for.

30-90 mins (varies case by case)

400

Narcan works in about this time frame

Up to two minutes

500

Where can you find Narcan

Pharmacies, health departments, EOCIL, School staff.

Signs of an Overdose

100

Color that the fingertips/lips may turn.

Blue/purple/discolored

200

What the skin may feel like during an overdose.

Cold and clammy

300

Rattling or loud snoring is a sign of an overdose. T or F

True!

400

The eyes appear to be what during an overdose.

Small or pinpoint pupils

500

Vomiting is a dangerous symptom of an overdose. T or F

True, some people may experience vomiting.

Administration Steps

100

First step when encountering an overdose

call 911 immediately

200

You do not have to worry about the surrounding area. T or F

False, ensure that there are no dangerous objects around the individual to ensure the safety of everyone.

300

Narcan can be used immediately without any preparation. T or F

False, ensure that the nasal passage is clear from any obstruction

400

Individuals are fine to be left alone after administering Narcan. T or F

False, an individual can relapse into an overdose state depending on potency

500

Model the recovery position

Lay on the side

arms supporting the head

one leg straight and one bent at the knee to keep from rolling to stomach

Risk

100

Fentanyl leads to less overdoses because it is synthetic. T or F

False, Fentanyl is 50-100 times more potent than other forms of opioids.

200

All overdoses are intentional. T or F

False, 83% of recorded overdoses from the year 2023 were unintentional.

300

Things laced with Fentanyl

Anything! Fentanyl is odorless which makes it easy to mask in other substances

400

People at risk of overdosing

Anyone! If you are taking any form of opioid you may be at risk of overdosing

500

Opioids are addictive because...

Can cause euphoria, pain relief, activating the brain's reward system by releasing dopamine.

Misc.

100

Narcan can only be given through prescription. T or F

False, it is available without any prescription requirements

200

How long should you wait before giving a second dose?

Anywhere between 2-3 minutes

300

Protection for reporting an overdose

Oregon's Good Samaritan Laws.

400

It is safe to use on someone not overdosing on opioids? T of F

True, though some people might experience minor side effects. 

500

List 3 different opioids that can lead to an overdose

Oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, fentanyl, morphine, codeine, Methadone