Overdose Prevention, Intervention and Naloxone Awareness Session
Overview
This half day awareness session covers the key aspects of drug-related deaths in Scotland, opioid-related overdose prevention, intervention and naloxone basics. It includes a brief introduction to naloxone and how to utilise the medication in case of an opioid-related overdose. The session can be extended depending on individual requirements.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the session participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of evidence-based overdose prevention and naloxone messages.
- Identify the signs and symptoms of a depressant overdose.
- Recall how and when to administer naloxone in line with Basic Life Support requirements.
Target Audience
Anyone who is likely to witness an overdose, including Health, Social Care and Voluntary Organisation staff who are in contact with people who use drugs, their families and significant others.
Event Properties
Start Date | 13-06-2019 |
Start Time | 9:30 am |
End Date | 13-06-2019 |
End Time | 12:30 pm |
Available places | 9 |
Individual Price | Free |
Event Type | Core Skills |
Local Authority Area | Glasgow City |
Event Status | 1 |
Location | Scottish Drugs Forum Offices |
Event Trainer(s)
Mariebeth Kilbride
Our Office
Scottish Drugs Forum
91 Mitchell Street
Glasgow
G1 3LN
T: 0141 221 1175